Surrealism · 1934
Characters (André Masson, 1934)
André Masson (1896–1987) made Characters. It dates from 1934. It belongs to the Surrealism movement.
- 1934
Characters, in brief
- Title
- Characters
- Artist
- André Masson (1896–1987)
- Artist born in
- Balagny-sur-Thérain, France
- Date
- 1934
- Movement
- Surrealism
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André Masson, Characters (1934).
Questions on Characters, answered
In what year was "Characters" by André Masson created?
The creation of "Characters" by André Masson is dated 1934.
Is "Characters" by André Masson in the public domain?
"Characters" by André Masson is still protected by copyright. This status governs how the image of the work may be reproduced.
Which artist is "Characters" attributed to?
The artist behind "Characters" is André Masson. The work is catalogued under André Masson's name.
What style does "Characters" belong to?
The movement associated with "Characters" by André Masson is Surrealism. This classification situates the work among related artists and artworks.
What was André Masson's age when "Characters" was created?
André Masson was 38 years old when creating "Characters" in 1934. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1896.
What explains the copyright situation of "Characters" by André Masson?
The copyright status of "Characters" - still protected by copyright - follows from the artist's death in 1987.
About the artist, André Masson
1896–1987, France
André Masson
André Masson: A Life in Art Born: Balagny-sur-Thérain, France (January 4, 1896) Died: 1987 Early Life and Artistic Training Masson began his artistic journey at the age of eleven, studying at the Académie Royale des Beaux-Arts in Brussels under Constant Montald. This early training provided a foundation for his later experimentation with various styles. His initial work showed an interest in Cubism, demonstrating an early engagement with modern art movements. The Surrealist Period and Automatic Drawing Masson became a key figure within the Surrealist movement, enthusiastically embracing automatic drawing as a technique.