{"title":"Jean Arp","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"geometric-forms-jean-arp","title":"Geometric Forms - Jean Arp","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis abstract composition by Jean Arp features interlocking geometric shapes in a palette of white, orange, and brown. The dynamic arrangement creates a sense of movement and invites visual exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJean Arp, born in Strasbourg, was a French-German artist known for his contributions to Dada and Surrealism. He explored abstraction through organic forms and biomorphic shapes. His work often blurred the lines between painting and sculpture, embracing chance and spontaneity. Arp aimed to create art that reflected the natural world, moving away from traditional representation. He worked in various media, including painting, sculpture, and collage. 'Geometric Forms' presents a composition of angular shapes in a limited palette of white, orange, and brown. The forms interlock and overlap, creating a dynamic interplay of positive and negative space. The arrangement suggests a sense of movement and transformation, characteristic of Arp's exploration of abstract forms. The absence of clear representational elements encourages viewers to engage with the artwork on a purely visual and emotional level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/ubu-imperator-max-ernst\"\u003eUbu Imperator - Max Ernst by Max Ernst\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/rising-falling-flying-sophie-taeuber-arp\"\u003eRising, Falling, Flying - Sophie Taeuber-Arp by Sophie Taeuber-Arp\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore more from our \u003ca href=\"\/nl\/collections\/jean-arp\"\u003eJean Arp\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jean Arp","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57450804543823,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57455479128399,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57455479161167,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57455479259471,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57455479292239,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57455479325007,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57455479357775,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57455479390543,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57455479423311,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57455479456079,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57455479488847,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57455479521615,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/file_72a1c4c2-03ab-403a-8832-d1473410ec78.jpg?v=1777262146"},{"product_id":"according-to-the-laws-of-chance-jean-arp","title":"According to the Laws of Chance - Jean Arp","description":"\u003cp\u003eJean Arp's 'According to the Laws of Chance' embodies the Dada movement's embrace of randomness and the subconscious. This abstract composition features scattered, biomorphic shapes, reflecting Arp's exploration of chance as a creative force.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJean Arp, born in Strasbourg, Alsace, was a French-German artist, sculptor, and poet associated with Dada and Surrealism. He began his career as an Expressionist painter, but later moved toward abstraction, experimenting with collage and wood relief. Arp's work often explored themes of chance, spontaneity, and the organic forms found in nature. He aimed to create art that was free from rational control, allowing the subconscious to guide his creative process. 'According to the Laws of Chance' exemplifies Arp's Dadaist principles. The composition features a scattering of irregular, biomorphic shapes against a light background. The forms appear to have been arranged randomly, reflecting the artist's embrace of chance as a creative force. The stark contrast between the dark shapes and the light background creates a visually striking image, while the lack of a clear focal point challenges traditional notions of composition. This work embodies the Dada movement's rejection of logic and reason, celebrating the irrational and the accidental.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/ubu-imperator-max-ernst\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eUbu Imperator - Max Ernst — Max Ernst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/rising-falling-flying-sophie-taeuber-arp\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRising, Falling, Flying - Sophie Taeuber-Arp — Sophie Taeuber-Arp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Arp","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57661030400335,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57661032169807,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57661032202575,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57661032235343,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57661032268111,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57661032300879,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57661032333647,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57661032366415,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57661032399183,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":57661032431951,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":57661032464719,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":57661032497487,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/According-to-the-Laws-of-Chance_Poster_CompositorV1_1778459286076.jpg?v=1778459718"},{"product_id":"leafage-and-drops-jean-arp","title":"Leafage and Drops - Jean Arp","description":"\u003cp\u003eA minimalist wood relief by Jean Arp, featuring organic, biomorphic shapes arranged in a balanced, abstract composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJean Arp, a founding member of the Dada movement in Zurich, created this work during a period of experimentation with chance and organic form. The piece consists of painted wood elements arranged on a flat surface, reflecting his interest in biomorphic shapes that suggest natural growth without mimicking specific botanical subjects. The composition relies on the interplay between simple circular forms and elongated, teardrop-like silhouettes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArp sought to remove the hand of the artist from the creative process, often employing chance to determine the placement of elements. This approach allowed the work to exist as an object rather than a traditional representation. The relief quality of the wood adds a physical dimension to the surface, creating subtle shadows that shift with the light in a room. By stripping away narrative content, Arp invites the viewer to engage with the balance of space and form directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work belongs to a series of reliefs where Arp explored the relationship between geometric precision and organic fluidity. The monochromatic palette emphasises the purity of the shapes, allowing the viewer to focus on the rhythm of the arrangement. It is a clear example of the Dadaist rejection of conventional aesthetic values, favouring instead a spontaneous, almost playful construction. The simplicity of the forms does not diminish their visual impact; rather, it creates a sense of calm order within the chaos of the early twentieth-century avant-garde. As a museum-grade fine art print, this reproduction captures the texture and subtle tonal variations of the original painted wood, providing a clean, modern addition to any interior space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/selected-details-after-courbet-marcel-duchamp\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelected Details after Courbet - Marcel Duchamp — Marcel Duchamp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/rising-falling-flying-sophie-taeuber-arp\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRising, Falling, Flying - Sophie Taeuber-Arp — Sophie Taeuber-Arp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Arp","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58841551765839,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58841630474575,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58841630507343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58841630540111,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58841630572879,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Leafage-and-Drops_Poster_CompositorV1_1789996330429.jpg?v=1789997076"},{"product_id":"dance-jean-arp","title":"Dance - Jean Arp","description":"\u003cp\u003eA biomorphic abstract composition by Jean Arp, featuring rhythmic, organic shapes in a balanced arrangement against a flat ochre background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJean Arp, a central figure in the Dada movement, produced this work during a period of experimentation with biomorphic abstraction. The composition moves away from representational accuracy, favouring organic shapes that suggest movement rather than depicting a specific figure. The forms appear to float against a flat, ochre-toned background, creating a sense of weightlessness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArp often utilised the concept of chance in his creative process, allowing shapes to fall or settle into place before refining them. In this piece, the interplay between the blue, red, black, and grey segments creates a rhythmic balance. The smooth, rounded edges of the coloured forms contrast with the starkness of the background, reflecting the artist's interest in the natural growth patterns of plants and cells. By stripping away unnecessary detail, Arp directs the viewer to focus on the relationship between colour and form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work belongs to a series of reliefs and paintings where Arp explored the potential of simple, curved lines to evoke human or natural motion. The title, Dance, provides a conceptual anchor for the viewer, suggesting the kinetic energy inherent in the arrangement of the shapes. The application of paint is uniform, avoiding visible brushwork to maintain the clarity of the silhouettes. This approach aligns with the artist's broader aim to create objects that exist as autonomous entities, free from the constraints of traditional perspective or narrative. The work remains a clear example of the transition from the chaotic energy of early Dada to the more structured, rhythmic compositions that defined Arp's later career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/selected-details-after-courbet-marcel-duchamp\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelected Details after Courbet - Marcel Duchamp — Marcel Duchamp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/rising-falling-flying-sophie-taeuber-arp\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRising, Falling, Flying - Sophie Taeuber-Arp — Sophie Taeuber-Arp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Arp","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58843589312847,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58843643773263,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58843643806031,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58843643838799,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58843643871567,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Dance_Poster_CompositorV1_1790013019612.jpg?v=1790014789"},{"product_id":"relief-clock-jean-arp","title":"Relief, Clock - Jean Arp","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic example of Jean Arp's biomorphic abstraction, this painted wood relief features organic shapes and a balanced, circular composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJean Arp, a founding member of the Dada movement in Zurich, produced this work during a period of intense experimentation with biomorphic abstraction. The piece, titled Relief, Clock, demonstrates his move away from traditional representational art toward a vocabulary of organic, rounded shapes. Arp sought to create objects that functioned like natural organisms, growing and shifting rather than adhering to rigid geometric constraints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is circular, containing a series of layered, overlapping forms in primary and secondary colours. The interplay between the blue, red, green, and black sections creates a sense of depth despite the flatness of the individual elements. A small, yellow, bone-like shape sits near the top, while white circular forms appear to float across the surface. The central void, a vertical aperture, disrupts the solid mass of the green and red sections, inviting the viewer to consider the relationship between positive and negative space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArp often referred to his works as concrete art, suggesting that they were not abstractions of reality but rather objects with their own independent existence. By removing the artist's hand from the final finish, he aimed for a sense of objectivity and anonymity. This relief reflects his interest in chance and the subconscious, themes that remained central to his practice throughout his career. The work avoids the sharp angles of contemporary constructivism, favouring instead the soft, irregular contours that became his signature. It is a study in balance and spatial arrangement, where the arrangement of colour and form dictates the visual experience without relying on external references or narrative content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/selected-details-after-courbet-marcel-duchamp\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelected Details after Courbet - Marcel Duchamp — Marcel Duchamp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/rising-falling-flying-sophie-taeuber-arp\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRising, Falling, Flying - Sophie Taeuber-Arp — Sophie Taeuber-Arp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Arp","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58843670446415,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58843709407567,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58843709440335,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Relief-Clock_Poster_CompositorV1_1790014756904.jpg?v=1790016110"},{"product_id":"collage-with-squares-arranged-according-to-the-laws-of-chance-jean-arp","title":"Collage with Squares Arranged According to the Laws of Chance - Jean Arp","description":"\u003cp\u003eA seminal Dadaist work by Jean Arp, this collage explores the role of chance in artistic creation through the arrangement of torn paper squares.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJean Arp created this work during the early years of the Dada movement in Zurich. The composition consists of torn paper squares, arranged on a grey background. Arp utilised the concept of chance to determine the placement of these elements, rejecting traditional notions of artistic control and deliberate composition. By allowing gravity or random selection to dictate the final arrangement, he sought to bypass the conscious mind and rational decision-making processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe visual result is a series of irregular, hand-torn shapes in contrasting shades of blue and white. The edges of the paper pieces remain rough, revealing the physical process of their creation. This work reflects the Dadaist interest in anti-art and the subversion of established aesthetic values. It is a direct response to the chaos of the First World War, where the logic of the modern world appeared to have failed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArp often described this method as a way to return to a more primitive or elemental form of expression. The lack of a central subject or perspective forces the viewer to engage with the work as a collection of shapes and textures. The balance between the dark blue squares and the lighter white ones creates a rhythmic, yet unpredictable, visual experience. This piece remains a primary example of how early twentieth-century artists experimented with randomness as a legitimate tool for artistic production, moving away from the representational traditions that dominated the preceding centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/selected-details-after-courbet-marcel-duchamp\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelected Details after Courbet - Marcel Duchamp — Marcel Duchamp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/rising-falling-flying-sophie-taeuber-arp\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRising, Falling, Flying - Sophie Taeuber-Arp — Sophie Taeuber-Arp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Arp","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58848367247695,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58848422723919,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58848422756687,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58848422789455,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58848422822223,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Collage-with-Squares-Arranged-According-to-the-Laws-of-Chance_Poster_CompositorV1_1790071123976.jpg?v=1790071655"},{"product_id":"before-my-birth-jean-arp","title":"Before my Birth - Jean Arp","description":"\u003cp\u003eA seminal 1914 Dada collage by Jean Arp, featuring abstract geometric forms and found paper elements arranged with spontaneous, intuitive precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore my Birth, created in 1914, represents the early experimentation with chance and geometric abstraction that defined Jean Arp's contribution to the Dada movement. During this period, Arp sought to remove the hand of the artist from the creative process, often employing torn paper and found materials to construct compositions that rejected traditional notions of painterly skill or representational accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work features a series of overlapping, irregular shapes that suggest organic forms without explicitly depicting them. A large, dark purple silhouette dominates the centre, layered against a textured, earthy brown background. A circular black element intersects with a sharp, triangular orange form, creating a tension between curved and angular geometries. The inclusion of a fragment of printed paper, bearing the word 'Packung', introduces a mundane, industrial element into the composition. This juxtaposition of high-art abstraction with mass-produced ephemera is a hallmark of the Dadaist approach to art-making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArp's technique of arranging paper cut-outs allowed for a fluid, spontaneous method of composition. By relinquishing control over the final placement of these elements, he aimed to mirror the randomness of nature. The resulting image possesses a sense of balance despite its asymmetrical arrangement. The muted colour palette, dominated by browns, purples, and blacks, provides a grounded quality that contrasts with the playful, almost whimsical nature of the shapes themselves. This piece offers a clear view into the conceptual shift occurring in European art during the early twentieth century, where the focus moved from the depiction of external reality to the exploration of internal, intuitive processes. It remains a primary example of how Arp utilised simple materials to challenge the established boundaries of fine art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/selected-details-after-courbet-marcel-duchamp\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelected Details after Courbet - Marcel Duchamp — Marcel Duchamp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/rising-falling-flying-sophie-taeuber-arp\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRising, Falling, Flying - Sophie Taeuber-Arp — Sophie Taeuber-Arp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Arp","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58848379011407,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58848430031183,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58848430063951,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58848430096719,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58848430129487,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Before-my-Birth_Poster_CompositorV1_1790071092097.jpg?v=1790071766"},{"product_id":"moustaches-jean-arp","title":"Moustaches - Jean Arp","description":"\u003cp\u003eA minimalist painted wood relief by Dada pioneer Jean Arp, featuring organic, curved forms and subtle blue accents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJean Arp, a founding member of the Dada movement, produced this work during a period of experimentation with organic abstraction. The piece, titled Moustaches, consists of painted wood elements arranged in a relief format. Arp sought to move away from traditional representational art, preferring forms that suggested biological growth or cellular structures rather than specific objects. The composition relies on the interplay between the physical depth of the wood cut-outs and the negative space created by the voids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe visual language here is minimal. Arp employs smooth, curved edges that contrast with the rigid rectangular frame. The blue accents provide a singular point of colour against the neutral, off-white surface, drawing the eye into the depth of the relief. By using wood as a medium, Arp bridges the gap between sculpture and painting, creating a physical presence that interacts with the light in a room. The title itself, Moustaches, offers a playful, slightly absurd nod to the Dadaist rejection of high-minded artistic seriousness, yet the execution remains disciplined and precise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work reflects Arp's interest in chance and the natural order. He often described his process as akin to the growth of a plant or the formation of a stone. By stripping away extraneous detail, he allows the viewer to focus on the relationship between the shapes and the surrounding space. The shadows cast by the cut-out sections change depending on the light source, meaning the appearance of the work shifts throughout the day. It is a study in balance, form, and the reduction of visual information to its most basic, yet evocative, components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/selected-details-after-courbet-marcel-duchamp\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelected Details after Courbet - Marcel Duchamp — Marcel Duchamp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/rising-falling-flying-sophie-taeuber-arp\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eRising, Falling, Flying - Sophie Taeuber-Arp — Sophie Taeuber-Arp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Arp","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58852470817103,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58852774150479,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58852774183247,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58852774216015,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58852774248783,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Moustaches_Poster_CompositorV1_1790099022697.jpg?v=1790100691"},{"product_id":"sun-jean-arp","title":"Sun - Jean Arp","description":"\u003cp\u003eA minimalist lithograph by Jean Arp, featuring a fluid, biomorphic form set within a soft yellow oval and neutral grey background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJean Arp, a founding member of the Dada movement in Zurich, developed a visual language rooted in organic abstraction. This work, titled Sun, demonstrates his preference for biomorphic forms over rigid geometric structures. The composition features a central, fluid shape set against a soft yellow oval, which is contained within a neutral grey field. Arp often referred to his creations as concrete art, suggesting that these shapes exist as objects in their own right rather than representations of external reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe simplicity of the design reflects Arp's interest in the laws of chance and the natural growth patterns found in biological organisms. By stripping away representational detail, he invites the viewer to engage with the balance of positive and negative space. The smooth, rounded contours of the central figure contrast with the geometric precision of the surrounding oval, creating a visual tension that is characteristic of his mid-century graphic work. Arp sought to bridge the gap between the man-made and the natural, often producing works that appear to have grown rather than been constructed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print captures the essence of Arp's mature style, where the economy of line and colour serves to clarify the form. The choice of a muted palette ensures that the focus remains on the interplay of the shapes. As a practitioner of both sculpture and printmaking, Arp applied the same principles of reduction to his two-dimensional works. This piece offers a clear example of his ability to evoke a sense of equilibrium through minimal means. It is a representative example of the aesthetic that defined his later career, moving away from the chaotic energy of his early Dadaist experiments toward a more serene, contemplative mode of expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/leaving-the-theater-albert-belleroche\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLeaving the Theater - Albert Belleroche — Albert de Belleroche\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Arp","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58852805050703,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58852807016783,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58852807049551,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58852807082319,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58852807115087,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Sun_Poster_CompositorV1_1790100715317.jpg?v=1790101719"},{"product_id":"constellation-jean-arp","title":"Constellation - Jean Arp","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic biomorphic wood relief by Jean Arp, featuring organic, fluid shapes that explore the balance between form and negative space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJean Arp, a founding member of the Dada movement in Zurich, produced a series of works titled Constellation during the early 1930s. These pieces represent his shift toward biomorphic abstraction, a style characterised by organic, fluid shapes that avoid rigid geometric structures. In this specific relief, Arp arranges several rounded, amoeba-like forms upon a flat wooden base. The composition relies on the interplay between the raised elements and the negative space surrounding them, creating a sense of balance that feels both deliberate and spontaneous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArp often utilised the concept of chance in his creative process, allowing forms to emerge from a subconscious state rather than through strict planning. By applying a uniform, warm-toned finish to the wood, he unifies the disparate shapes, ensuring the viewer focuses on the contours and the physical depth of the relief. The work avoids representational imagery, opting instead for a vocabulary of soft curves and smooth edges. This approach reflects Arp's interest in the natural world, where growth and decay occur without human intervention. The relief invites contemplation of form, shadow, and the relationship between individual components within a contained space. It is a clear example of his ability to reduce complex ideas to their most basic, tactile elements, providing a quiet presence that complements modern interior aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/two-women-with-poppies-francis-picabia\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eTwo Women with Poppies - Francis Picabia — Francis Picabia\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/sun-jean-arp\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSun - Jean Arp — Jean Arp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Arp","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58861189398863,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58861195854159,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58861195886927,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Constellation_Poster_CompositorV1_1790145284803.jpg?v=1790146610"},{"product_id":"constellation-according-to-the-laws-of-chance-jean-arp","title":"Constellation According to the Laws of Chance - Jean Arp","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic example of Jean Arp's biomorphic abstraction, this relief explores the interplay of chance and form through simple, organic shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJean Arp, a central figure in the Dada movement, produced this relief during a period of experimentation with biomorphic forms. The work consists of irregular, organic shapes arranged within a shallow wooden frame. By employing a monochromatic palette of black and white, Arp removes the distraction of colour, forcing the viewer to focus on the relationship between the positive and negative space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe title refers to the artist's interest in the role of chance in the creative process. Arp often allowed the placement of elements to be determined by gravity or random distribution, rejecting the rigid control typical of traditional composition. This approach reflects the Dadaist desire to bypass rational thought and tap into a more primal, intuitive method of making art. The physical depth of the relief adds a tactile quality, as the raised wooden elements cast subtle shadows against the background, creating a dynamic interaction between the object and the light in the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is characteristic of Arp's work from the 1930s, where he moved away from the chaotic collages of his earlier career towards more refined, sculptural objects. The smooth, rounded edges of the forms suggest natural growth, such as pebbles or cellular structures, yet they remain resolutely abstract. By presenting these shapes in a stark, high-contrast format, Arp invites the viewer to consider the balance between order and disorder. The work does not represent a specific subject, but rather functions as a visual meditation on the nature of form itself. It remains a clear example of how the artist used simple materials to explore complex ideas about the randomness of the natural world and the human impulse to organise it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/two-women-with-poppies-francis-picabia\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eTwo Women with Poppies - Francis Picabia — Francis Picabia\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/sun-jean-arp\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSun - Jean Arp — Jean Arp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Arp","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58861194314063,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58861196017999,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58861196050767,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58861196083535,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58861196116303,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Constellation-According-to-the-Laws-of-Chance_Poster_CompositorV1_1790145270017.jpg?v=1790146702"},{"product_id":"moondancer-jean-arp","title":"Moondancer - Jean Arp","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate abstract composition by Jean Arp, featuring biomorphic forms and fluid ink lines in a soft watercolour wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJean Arp, a founding member of the Dada movement in Zurich, produced this work during a period of experimentation with biomorphic abstraction. The composition features a central, rounded yellow form that suggests a figure in motion, set against a wash of muted, atmospheric tones. Arp employs thin, fluid ink lines to define the shapes, allowing the watercolour to bleed softly into the paper surface. This technique creates a sense of weightlessness, aligning with the artist's interest in organic growth and the rejection of rigid, geometric structures common in other avant-garde movements of the early twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work reflects Arp's philosophy regarding the autonomy of art. Rather than representing a specific subject, the forms emerge from the medium itself, suggesting a dance or a celestial movement through the interplay of colour and line. The contrast between the sharp, angular ink marks and the diffused, layered watercolour background provides a tension that is characteristic of his output from this era. By stripping away representational detail, Arp invites the viewer to engage with the visual rhythm and the balance of the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print captures the texture of the original paper and the delicate layering of the pigments. It is an example of the artist's ability to combine spontaneity with a controlled, rhythmic arrangement. The piece functions as a study in form and negative space, demonstrating how minimal intervention can produce a sense of movement. As an archival-quality reproduction, this print maintains the subtle tonal shifts of the original watercolour, offering a clear view of the artist's hand and the interplay between the ink and the paper grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/selected-details-after-courbet-marcel-duchamp\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelected Details after Courbet - Marcel Duchamp — Marcel Duchamp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/the-kiss-max-ernst\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Kiss - Max Ernst — Max Ernst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Arp","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58865174741327,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58865321115983,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58865321148751,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58865321181519,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58865321214287,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Moondancer_Poster_CompositorV1_1790162307891.jpg?v=1790162595"},{"product_id":"overturned-blue-shoe-with-two-heels-under-a-black-vault-jean-arp","title":"Overturned Blue Shoe With Two Heels Under a Black Vault - Jean Arp","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic example of Jean Arp's biomorphic abstraction, this relief features fluid, organic shapes in blue and black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJean Arp, a founding member of the Dada movement, created this work during a period of intense experimentation with biomorphic abstraction. The composition consists of painted wooden elements mounted on a base, a technique Arp utilised to move beyond the constraints of traditional painting. By employing organic, fluid shapes, he sought to mirror the processes of nature rather than represent specific objects in a literal sense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe title, Overturned Blue Shoe With Two Heels Under a Black Vault, provides a linguistic anchor for an otherwise non-representational image. Arp often used titles to invite viewers into a playful, associative relationship with his forms. The blue, amoeba-like shape occupies the centre of the composition, positioned beneath a dark, arching form that suggests the titular vault. The contrast between the saturated blue and the stark black against a neutral background creates a sense of spatial tension, despite the flat application of colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArp rejected the rigid geometry favoured by many of his contemporaries, preferring forms that appeared to grow or shift. This relief demonstrates his interest in the relationship between chance and deliberate construction. The smooth, rounded edges of the wooden cut-outs suggest a tactile quality, encouraging the eye to follow the curves of the forms. This work is characteristic of Arp's mid-1920s output, where he refined his visual vocabulary to focus on balance, simplicity, and the interplay of positive and negative space. It remains an example of his ability to imbue abstract shapes with a sense of character and movement, challenging the viewer to find meaning within the ambiguity of the forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/selected-details-after-courbet-marcel-duchamp\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelected Details after Courbet - Marcel Duchamp — Marcel Duchamp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/the-kiss-max-ernst\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Kiss - Max Ernst — Max Ernst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Arp","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58865226023247,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58865360470351,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58865360503119,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Overturned-Blue-Shoe-With-Two-Heels-Under-a-Black-Vault_Poster_CompositorV1_1790162316921.jpg?v=1790163149"},{"product_id":"man-mustache-navel-jean-arp","title":"Man, mustache, navel - Jean Arp","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic example of Jean Arp's biomorphic abstraction, this piece uses simple, organic forms and a muted palette to explore the human figure through a Dadaist lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJean Arp, a central figure in the Dada movement, created this work during a period of intense experimentation with biomorphic abstraction. The composition features simplified, organic shapes that reject traditional representation in favour of a more intuitive, fluid visual language. The title, Man, mustache, navel, provides a humorous, literal anchor to an otherwise non-objective arrangement of forms. By isolating these specific anatomical markers, Arp invites the viewer to reconsider the human figure through a lens of reduction and playfulness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour palette is restrained, relying on soft lilac, muted blue, and stark white to define the spatial relationships between the figure and the background. The central form, which suggests a head or torso, is punctuated by a sharp, black shape that functions as the titular mustache. This contrast between the soft, rounded edges of the surrounding forms and the angular, dark central element creates a tension that is characteristic of Arp's work from the 1920s. The inclusion of a circular, moon-like form in the upper section adds a sense of cosmic scale, further distancing the subject from a realistic portrait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArp's approach to this piece reflects his broader interest in the laws of chance and the organic growth of forms. Rather than imposing a rigid structure, the shapes appear to have developed naturally, as if grown from the canvas itself. This work demonstrates his ability to balance humour with a rigorous formal discipline. It remains an example of how Dadaist principles could be translated into a refined, aestheticised visual output. The print captures the flat, matte quality of the original oil paint, ensuring that the subtle shifts in tone and the precise contours of the shapes are preserved with accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/selected-details-after-courbet-marcel-duchamp\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelected Details after Courbet - Marcel Duchamp — Marcel Duchamp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/the-kiss-max-ernst\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Kiss - Max Ernst — Max Ernst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Arp","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58868751302991,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58868781482319,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58868781515087,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Man-mustache-navel_Poster_CompositorV1_1790181757209.jpg?v=1790182305"},{"product_id":"christ-on-the-cross-ii-jean-arp","title":"Christ on the Cross II - Jean Arp","description":"\u003cp\u003eA minimalist, abstract interpretation of the crucifixion, rendered in stark white lines against a black background by Dada pioneer Jean Arp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJean Arp, a founding member of the Dada movement, often explored the reduction of form to its most basic geometric components. This work, Christ on the Cross II, demonstrates his interest in stripping away representational detail to focus on the essential structure of a subject. By using thin, white lines against a stark black background, Arp creates a skeletal representation of the figure. The composition relies on straight lines and a singular circle to suggest the human form, moving away from traditional religious iconography toward a purely abstract interpretation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece reflects the broader Dadaist rejection of conventional artistic standards. Arp sought to bypass the rational mind, often favouring chance and simplicity over the deliberate, academic techniques of his predecessors. The figure is not rendered with anatomical precision, but rather through a series of intersecting vectors that imply movement and tension. The lack of shading or texture forces the viewer to engage with the geometry of the lines themselves. It is a study in economy, where the artist achieves a recognisable silhouette using only the barest minimum of visual information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a practitioner of both sculpture and graphic arts, Arp brought a tactile sensibility to his drawings. Even in this two-dimensional format, the lines possess a sense of weight and directionality. The work functions as a diagram of the human body, reduced to its core geometry. It is an example of how early twentieth-century modernists sought to redefine the relationship between the viewer and the subject matter, prioritising the conceptual over the descriptive. This print captures the stark, uncompromising nature of Arp's graphic work, offering a clear view into his process of simplification and his departure from the figurative traditions that dominated European art for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/selected-details-after-courbet-marcel-duchamp\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelected Details after Courbet - Marcel Duchamp — Marcel Duchamp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/the-kiss-max-ernst\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Kiss - Max Ernst — Max Ernst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Arp","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58868771553615,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58868873986383,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58868874019151,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Christ-on-the-Cross-II_Poster_CompositorV1_1790181777015.jpg?v=1790182457"},{"product_id":"frond-and-navel-jean-arp","title":"Frond and Navel - Jean Arp","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic example of Jean Arp's biomorphic abstraction, featuring fluid, organic shapes and a bold, primary colour palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJean Arp, a central figure in the Dada movement and later Surrealism, created works that sought to bridge the gap between organic form and geometric abstraction. Frond and Navel is a characteristic example of his biomorphic approach, where shapes appear to grow or divide like cellular structures. The composition relies on a stark division of space, using a diagonal black band to separate fields of cream and red. Within this arrangement, Arp places simplified, rounded forms that suggest biological elements without directly representing them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blue, V-shaped form, which gives the work its title, interacts with the surrounding colours through a sense of fluid motion. Arp often referred to these shapes as concrete art, meaning they were not abstractions of reality but objects in their own right. By stripping away representational detail, he focused on the rhythm of the lines and the balance of the primary colour palette. The inclusion of small, circular motifs provides a counterpoint to the larger, more elongated shapes, creating a visual tension that is typical of his work from this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArp moved away from the chaotic, anti-art stance of early Dada towards a more controlled, meditative aesthetic. This piece demonstrates his interest in the laws of chance and the natural growth patterns found in the physical world. The smooth, clean edges of the forms reflect his background in sculpture, where he prioritised the tactile quality of materials. In this print, the flat application of colour maintains the integrity of the original wood-based composition, allowing the viewer to appreciate the interplay of shape and void. It is an exercise in reduction, where every element serves a specific purpose in the overall equilibrium of the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/selected-details-after-courbet-marcel-duchamp\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelected Details after Courbet - Marcel Duchamp — Marcel Duchamp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/the-kiss-max-ernst\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Kiss - Max Ernst — Max Ernst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Arp","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58868821688655,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58868870807887,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58868870840655,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58868870873423,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58868870906191,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Frond-and-Navel_Poster_CompositorV1_1790181658325.jpg?v=1790182901"},{"product_id":"hasard-jean-arp","title":"Hasard - Jean Arp","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking abstract screenprint by Jean Arp, featuring organic black forms against a bold yellow background, exploring the role of chance in art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJean Arp, a founding member of the Dada movement, maintained a lifelong interest in the role of chance in artistic creation. This work, titled Hasard, demonstrates his commitment to organic abstraction. The composition features three irregular, dark forms suspended against a stark, high-contrast yellow background. These shapes possess a biomorphic quality, suggesting natural growth or cellular structures rather than rigid geometric construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArp often utilised the concept of chance to bypass conscious control, allowing forms to emerge through spontaneous arrangement. By dropping paper shapes onto a surface, he sought to remove the artist's ego from the creative process. This print reflects that methodology, presenting forms that appear to have settled into their positions through gravity and accident. The lack of a fixed orientation or traditional perspective forces the viewer to engage with the work as a purely visual experience, focusing on the relationship between the positive black shapes and the negative yellow space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout his career, Arp moved between sculpture, collage, and printmaking, consistently refining his vocabulary of simplified, rounded forms. His work avoids the sharp angles of constructivism, favouring instead the fluid, shifting contours seen here. The bold colour choice of black against yellow creates a graphic tension, ensuring the forms remain the primary focus. This piece is representative of his later graphic work, where he distilled his earlier experiments into clear, impactful compositions. It functions as a study in balance and spatial interaction, stripped of narrative or representational baggage. The print invites contemplation of the interplay between order and chaos, a central theme in Arp's artistic output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/selected-details-after-courbet-marcel-duchamp\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelected Details after Courbet - Marcel Duchamp — Marcel Duchamp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/the-kiss-max-ernst\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Kiss - Max Ernst — Max Ernst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Arp","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58871619453263,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58871622762831,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58871622795599,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58871622828367,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58871622861135,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Hasard_Poster_CompositorV1_1790221410328.jpg?v=1790222009"},{"product_id":"enaks-tears-terrestrial-forms-jean-arp","title":"Enak's Tears (Terrestrial Forms) - Jean Arp","description":"\u003cp\u003eA seminal wood relief by Jean Arp, featuring biomorphic shapes and a bold, saturated colour palette characteristic of his Dadaist period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJean Arp, a founding member of the Dada movement in Zurich, created this work during a period of intense experimentation with chance and organic abstraction. Enak's Tears (Terrestrial Forms) belongs to a series of wood reliefs where Arp moved away from traditional representational painting to explore the autonomy of form. The composition consists of layered, cut-out wooden shapes that suggest biological growth or cellular structures rather than fixed objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArp utilised a limited palette of saturated colours to define the spatial relationships between the overlapping planes. The interplay of the deep blue, dark brown, and red sections creates a sense of physical depth, while the white, rounded element acts as a visual anchor within the arrangement. By removing the artist's hand from the final finish, Arp sought to achieve a sense of objective, natural creation. The work rejects the rigid geometry often associated with early twentieth-century abstraction, opting instead for fluid, biomorphic contours that appear to shift or expand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece reflects Arp's interest in the relationship between human artifice and the processes of nature. The title itself, referencing the mythological or poetic, invites the viewer to consider the work as a fragment of a larger, unseen system. The construction of the relief, with its distinct shadows cast by the layered wood, emphasises the physical presence of the object in space. It remains a primary example of how Arp translated the spontaneity of Dadaist thought into a structured, tactile medium, moving beyond the canvas to engage with the three-dimensional environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/selected-details-after-courbet-marcel-duchamp\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSelected Details after Courbet - Marcel Duchamp — Marcel Duchamp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/the-kiss-max-ernst\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Kiss - Max Ernst — Max Ernst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jean Arp","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58871620305231,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58871623745871,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58871623778639,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58871623811407,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58871623844175,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Enak-s-Tears-Terrestrial-Forms-_Poster_CompositorV1_1790221401048.jpg?v=1790222223"},{"product_id":"not-far-from-the-sun-the-moon-and-the-stars-jean-arp","title":"Not far from the sun, the moon and the stars - Jean Arp","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking lithograph by Jean Arp featuring biomorphic, abstract forms in a balanced composition of black, orange, and blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJean Arp, a founding member of the Dada movement in Zurich, developed a unique visual language based on biomorphic abstraction. This work, titled 'Not far from the sun, the moon and the stars', exemplifies his interest in organic forms that suggest growth, cellular structures, or celestial bodies without explicitly representing them. Arp sought to create art that functioned like nature itself, rather than art that merely imitated the appearance of the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is defined by a stark contrast between the solid, dark, irregular form and the bright, circular orange shape positioned against a muted blue background. The black shape possesses a fluid, almost amoebic quality, characteristic of Arp's later graphic work. By stripping away representational detail, Arp invites the viewer to engage with the balance of mass, colour, and negative space. 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