Wifredo Lam
1902–1982 · Cuban · 5 artworks
CubismSurrealismHybrid figuresAfro-Cuban symbolismSurrealist automatismCubist fragmentationJungle-like settings
artist bio
Wifredo Lam was a Cuban artist who blended Surrealism and Cubism with Afro-Cuban themes and imagery. His work explores the intersection of cultures and the subconscious, making him a key figure in 20th-century art.
what you'll learn
Studying Lam's work allows students to explore the fusion of different cultural and artistic traditions. Students can learn about symbolism, abstraction, and the use of art as a means of cultural expression.
related: Joan Miro
