Tapies antoni biography for kids
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| Antoni Tàpies | |
|---|---|
| Born | Dec.Tapies antoni biography for kids13, 1923 |
| Died | Feb. 6, 2012 (at age 88) Barcelona, Spain |
| Nationality | Spanish |
| Movement | Art informel |
| Field | Painting, sculpture, lithography |
| Works | View Complete Works |
The life of Catalan artist Antoni Tàpies was one of political consciousness and innovative art.
Arguably one of the most famous artists to come out of the Catalonia regions of Spain, Tàpies perfected his craft by devoting most of his life to the world of art. A master of mixed media, the self-taught artist specialized in creating unique paintings and sculptures that intrigued and provoked while ensuring that his mark was made on contemporary artists that came after him.
Early Years
Born on December 13th, 1923 in Barcelona, Tàpies was the son of a lawyer.
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Although he studied law for a few years, he was encouraged by his parents to be well versed in the arts and literature. This prompted Tàpies to teach himself how to draw, sculpt and paint. Later