HISTART 101 Chapter Notes -Dada, New Youth, Cubism
Document Summary
Beginnings of dada at the cabaret voltaire in germany. Germany was in rubble from ww1, trying to rebuild it socially, politically, economically. Periodical featuring posters, flyers and magazines of the dada occurring in berlin. Dada connects back to cubism, futurism and expressionism. Describes dada as an expressive form of art that obtains human characteristics. Dada inserted new forms of poetry and new materials into painting. Showcases its effects and the experience of the war. Use materials that are not common in art. Berlin"s most important contribution to dada was photomontage. Paintings represent farm life next to industrial life. Montage was used instead of using oil paint. Merging of world of machines with world of art. Care packages, montages and song books were sent to soldiers on the front. Works reflect current state in germany, each work is dramatic. Alter meanings of what is presented in media (newspapers and magazines) Aims of dada altered as german communist party emerged.
