Jean Dewasne on the Resurgence of Abstract Painting in 1950s Paris
Jean Dewasne addresses the unexpected revival of abstract painting in Paris during the 1950s. He notes that many young painters of that period were largely unfamiliar with the historical avant-garde movements of the 1920s and 1930s. This lack of direct knowledge about earlier abstract traditions contributed to a distinct resurgence in the post-war era. The discussion focuses on the specific conditions in Paris that fostered this artistic renewal.
Key facts
- Jean Dewasne discusses abstract painting in 1950s Paris
- The resurgence of abstract painting occurred in the 1950s
- Many young painters were unfamiliar with the 1920s-1930s avant-garde
- The historical avant-garde was not well-known to younger artists
- The conversation examines reasons for the painting's revival
- Paris was the central location for this artistic development
- The discussion was published in 1988
- The source is an article from artpress magazine
Entities
Artists
- Jean Dewasne
Institutions
- artpress
Locations
- Paris
- France
Sources
- artpress —