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Ivan Kožarić
Early Life and Artistic Beginnings Ivan Kožarić, a figure of immense stature in Croatian art, was born in Petrinja, Croatia, in 1921. His artistic journey didn’t begin with painting; instead, it commenced with sculpture, a craft he diligently pursued during his formative years. This initial exploration laid the groundwork for his later experimentation across diverse media – from permanent and temporary sculptures to assemblages, procla
mations, photographs, paintings, and installations. Kožarić's work is characterized by an inherent playfulness, a spontaneous energy, and a remarkably nonchalant approach to life’s complexities, qualities that deeply informed his artistic vision. He sought not merely to represent the world but to engage with it in a spirit of joyful inquiry. The Gorgona Group and a Reductionist Style A pivotal moment in Kožarić's career arrived in 19…