Paul Klee

Paul Klee, born in 1879 in Switzerland and of German nationality, is one of the most innovative and theoretical artists of the 20th century. Influenced by expressionism, cubism, and surrealism, Klee developed a unique style that combined elements of these movements with his own lyrical and abstract sensitivity. His participation in the Bauhaus, alongside figures like Vasili Kandinski and László Moholy-Nagy, was crucial for the development of his theories on color and form. At the Bauhaus, Klee taught and developed his artistic thinking, significantly influencing the evolution of abstract and modern art.

Klee used color innovatively, based on his understanding of color theory and music, creating works that seemed to vibrate with rhythm and harmony. Among his most notable works are "Senecio" and "Castle and Sun," which showcase his ability to merge the figurative with the abstract. Klee was also influenced by African and Eastern art, integrating these elements into his work to create complex and symbolic compositions.

During his time at the Bauhaus, Klee not only influenced his students but also his colleagues, such as Kandinski and Lyonel Feininger. His pedagogical methods and his focus on spontaneity and improvisation in art had a lasting impact on generations of later artists.

Surrealism, with its focus on the irrational and the subconscious, also had a notable impact on Klee, who explored the idea of freeing the mind from conscious control in artistic creation. Throughout his career, Klee produced more than nine thousand works, many of which defy simple categorization and continue to inspire contemporary artists. Klee ultimately died in 1940, suffering from scleroderma.