Marcel Janco
1895–1984 · Romanian-Israeli · 8 artworks
DadaExpressionismConstructivismGeometric abstractionCollageMask-makingUse of found objectsSimplified forms
artist bio
Marcel Janco was a Romanian and Israeli visual artist, architect and art theorist. He was a co-founder of Dada, and a leading exponent of Constructivism in Eastern Europe.
what you'll learn
Studying Janco's work allows students to explore the transition from early 20th-century avant-garde movements like Dada and Expressionism to later styles, and to understand how an artist's style can evolve with their geographic and cultural context. Students can also learn about the application of avant-garde principles to architecture and design.
