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Joseph Beuys
Joseph Beuys, born in Krefeld, Germany, in 1921, was a pioneering conceptual artist and sculptor. His career was marked by a deep belief in the transformative power of art. Beuys studied at the Düsseldorf Academy of Fine Arts and later taught there. He is known for his "social sculpture" theory, which suggests that art can reshape society. Beuys's notable works include "How to Explain Pictures to a Dead Hare" and "7000 Oaks." His use of unconventional materials like felt and fat became his signature. Beuys's art is held in major institutions such as the Guggenheim Museum and the Tate Gallery. He passed away in 1986, leaving a profound legacy in contemporary art. Read more about Arts.
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