Lajos Kassák
Hungarian poet and painter, avant-garde leader
Born
March 21st, 1887
137 years ago
Died
1967
58 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Hungary
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A prominent figure in Hungarian literature and art, this individual was a leading voice in the Hungarian avant-garde movement. Contributions to literary and visual arts spanned multiple decades, including poetry, novels, and painting. Established the literary journal 'Ma', which played a vital role in nurturing modernist writers and artists. Worked extensively in the realms of modernist literature, and influenced the visual arts with abstract painting. This individual's commitment to artistic experimentation and social change marked a significant period in Hungary's cultural history.
Founded the influential journal 'Ma'
Published works such as 'The Catastrophe'
Pioneered abstract painting in Hungary
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