"Art is the distortion of an unendurable reality... Art is correction, modification of a situation; art is communication, connection... Art is social, self-sufficient, and total." - Jean Tinguely
Jean Tinguely (1925–1991) was a Swiss artist best known for his kinetic sculptures and contributions to the Dada and Nouveau Réalisme movements. Born in Fribourg, Switzerland, Tinguely moved to Paris in the 1950s, where he became part of a vibrant avant-garde scene. His works often featured whimsical, machine-like structures that combined movement, sound, and humor, challenging the boundaries between art and technology.