Benjamin Péret (1899 - 1959)

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Benjamin Péret

Benjamin Péret was a French poet and writer, celebrated as one of the most prominent figures in the Surrealist movement. His work is renowned for its imaginative depth and revolutionary spirit, embodying the essence of Surrealism's quest to liberate thought, language, and human experience from the constraints of rationality and conventional morality. Péret's poetry and writings are marked by a unique blend of dream-like imagery, sharp wit, and a fervent commitment to political and social change, reflecting his deep involvement with Surrealism and its foundational beliefs in the liberating power of the unconscious mind.

Throughout his career, Benjamin Péret made significant contributions to the development of Surrealist theory and practice, collaborating closely with other key figures in the movement such as André Breton. His work often explored themes of love, freedom, and the subversion of established norms, using language and imagery in innovative ways to challenge the reader's perceptions and provoke a deeper engagement with the irrational and the mysterious aspects of life. Péret's commitment to Surrealism was not only artistic but also political, as he actively engaged in radical political activities, reflecting his belief in the potential of Surrealism to effect social and cultural transformation.

Despite the richness and diversity of his contributions to art and literature, Benjamin Péret remains a somewhat underappreciated figure outside the circles of Surrealism enthusiasts and scholars. However, his work continues to inspire artists, writers, and thinkers who are drawn to its visionary qualities and its challenge to the boundaries between reality and imagination. For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Péret's writings and his role in the Surrealist movement offer a fascinating insight into one of the most innovative and transformative periods in modern culture.

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Date and place of birt:4 july 1899, Rezé, France
Date and place of death:18 september 1959, Paris, France
Nationality:France
Period of activity: XX century
Specialization:Poet, Researcher, Writer
Art style:Surrealism, Dadaism

Creators France

Nicole Eisenman (1965)
Nicole Eisenman
1965
Louis-Francois-Gerard van der Puyl (1750 - 1824)
Louis-Francois-Gerard van der Puyl
1750 - 1824
Martine Andernach (1948)
Martine Andernach
1948
Jean Honore Fragonard (1732 - 1806)
Jean Honore Fragonard
1732 - 1806
Jean-Gabriel Domergue (1889 - 1962)
Jean-Gabriel Domergue
1889 - 1962
Hubert Robert (1733 - 1808)
Hubert Robert
1733 - 1808
Georges-Antoine Rochegrosse (1859 - 1938)
Georges-Antoine Rochegrosse
1859 - 1938
Raphaël Collin (1850 - 1916)
Raphaël Collin
1850 - 1916
Émilie du Châtelet (1706 - 1749)
Émilie du Châtelet
1706 - 1749
Abel Pann (1883 - 1963)
Abel Pann
1883 - 1963
Eugène Gaillard (1862 - 1933)
Eugène Gaillard
1862 - 1933
Agathon Léonard (1841 - 1923)
Agathon Léonard
1841 - 1923
Jean-Jacques Lagrenée (1739 - 1821)
Jean-Jacques Lagrenée
1739 - 1821
Tadeusz Makowski (1882 - 1932)
Tadeusz Makowski
1882 - 1932
Simon Hantaï (1922 - 2008)
Simon Hantaï
1922 - 2008
Jean Besnard (1889 - 1958)
Jean Besnard
1889 - 1958

Creators Dadaism

Frantisek Muzika (1900 - 1974)
Frantisek Muzika
1900 - 1974
Tilo Baumgärtel (1972)
Tilo Baumgärtel
1972
Maurice Tabard (1897 - 1984)
Maurice Tabard
1897 - 1984
Mark Tansey (1949)
Mark Tansey
1949
Fabio Novembre (1966)
Fabio Novembre
1966
Yayoi Kusama (1929)
Yayoi Kusama
1929
Vadim Bondero (1967)
Vadim Bondero
1967
Léon-Paul Fargue (1876 - 1947)
Léon-Paul Fargue
1876 - 1947
Gerome Kamrowski (1914 - 2004)
Gerome Kamrowski
1914 - 2004
Kurt Schwitters (1887 - 1948)
Kurt Schwitters
1887 - 1948
Sarah Moon (1941)
Sarah Moon
1941
Curt Stenvert (1920 - 1992)
Curt Stenvert
1920 - 1992
Heinz Trökes (1913 - 1997)
Heinz Trökes
1913 - 1997
Bernard Dumaine (1953)
Bernard Dumaine
1953
Tatiana Zolotukhina (1966)
Tatiana Zolotukhina
1966
Gertrude Abercrombie (1909 - 1977)
Gertrude Abercrombie
1909 - 1977
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