Jan Cox
1919–1980 · Belgian · 1 artworks
ExpressionismCobraExpressive brushworkBold color palettesDistorted figuresPsychological themes
artist bio
Jan Cox was a Belgian painter known for his expressionistic and often surreal works. He was a member of the Jeune Peinture Belge movement and later co-founded the Cobra group, contributing to the post-war avant-garde scene.
what you'll learn
Studying Cox's work allows students to explore the use of expressive color and form to convey emotion and psychological states. Students can also learn about the Cobra movement's emphasis on spontaneity and experimentation.
