Jean Michel Atlan

Jean Michel Atlan was a French artist born on January 23, 1913, in Constantine, Algeria, and he passed away on February 12, 1960, in Paris, France. Atlan was a prominent figure in the Art Informel movement, which emerged in post-war Europe as a response to the devastation of World War II, emphasizing spontaneity and the subconscious. His work is characterized by bold, abstract forms and vibrant colors, reflecting a departure from traditional representation. Atlan's career was notably interrupted during World War II when he was arrested for his involvement in the French Resistance and subsequently interned in a psychiatric hospital to avoid deportation. After the war, he gained recognition and exhibited alongside other avant-garde artists, contributing significantly to the development of abstract art in France. His legacy is marked by his unique approach to abstraction and his influence on subsequent generations of artists.