“I am against the line and all its consequences: contours, forms, composition. All paintings of whatever sort, figurative or abstract, seem to me like prison windows in which the lines, precisely are the bars.”
Quote by Yves Klein
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Yves Klein: Long Live the Immaterial
Yves Klein: Long Live the Immaterial delves into the life and artistic philosophy of Yves Klein, a pioneering figure in the post-war art scene. The book examines Klein's innovative use of color and his influential theories on the immaterial, providing insights into his unique approach to art and its lasting impact on the field. more
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Yves Klein
Yves Klein was a French artist known for his unique artistic style and philosophical ideas. Born on April 28, 1928, and passing away on June 6, 1962, Klein's art was characterized by its distinctive blue tones, including the creation of the famous 'International Klein Blue'. His works spanned various mediums such as painting, sculpture, and photography, and he is considered one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. more
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Source: The Eye's Mind: Collected Writings 1965-2009
“Each work is a surprise and has its own personal and intuitive meaning.”
“Each painting is fresh and new, a surprise even to myself.”