Overview
Dadaism, or Dada, is an art movement of the European avant-garde in the early 20th century. With its roots in Zurich, Switzerland, it developed as a reaction to the horrors of World War I. Dadaism embraced chaos and irrationality, challenging the established norms of art and culture.
Key Characteristics
- Emphasis on nonsense and absurdity 🌀
- Collage and photomontage techniques used extensively
- An anti-bourgeois stance, with art that criticized social structures
- Incorporation of found objects and readymade art
Famous Artists
Some of the notable artists associated with Dadaism include:
- Marcel Duchamp ➝ Learn more
- Hannah Höch ➝ Discover her work
- Tristan Tzara ➝ Explore his influence