Ossip Zadkine
1890–1967 · French · 4 artworks
CubismExpressionismFragmented formsAngular shapesExpressionistic distortionUse of negative spaceWood carving
artist bio
Ossip Zadkine was a Belarusian-born sculptor and artist, best known for his Cubist and Expressionist sculptures. He explored themes of human suffering and resilience, often using fragmented forms to convey emotional intensity.
what you'll learn
Studying Zadkine's work allows students to explore the use of fragmented forms to express emotion and understand the synthesis of Cubist and Expressionist principles in sculpture. Students can also learn about abstraction and the representation of the human figure.
related: Henry Moore
