Max Ernst's Biography
Max Ernst was a German painter, sculptor, and graphic artist of the Dada and Surrealist movements. He was born on April 2, 1891 in Brühl, Germany and died on April 1, 1976 in Paris, France. He is considered one of the most influential modern painters of the 20th century.
Max Ernst was a founding member of the Dada movement in Cologne, Germany. He later joined the Surrealist movement in Paris, France, and his work was heavily influenced by both movements. He is best known for his paintings, sculptures, collages, and graphic works. His works often featured dreamlike and irrational images, often constructed from a combination of elements from different sources. His works often explored themes of dreams, sexuality, and the subconscious mind.
Max Ernst's works have been exhibited in numerous galleries and museums around the world, including the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York, the Centre Georges Pompidou in Paris, and the Albertina Museum in Vienna.