Neo-Dada

Neo-Dada emerged in the late 1950s and early 1960s as a reaction against the formalism and emotional intensity of Abstract Expressionism. Characterized by its embrace of everyday objects, irony, and a playful approach to art-making, Neo-Dada artists sought to blur the boundaries between art and life. Key figures such as Robert Rauschenberg and Jasper Johns incorporated found objects, collage, and assemblage techniques, challenging traditional notions of artistic authorship and originality. The movement often employed a sense of humor and irreverence, drawing inspiration from the earlier Dada movement of the early 20th century. Neo-Dada's emphasis on mixed media and its questioning of art's role in society significantly influenced subsequent movements, notably Pop Art and Conceptual Art, by expanding the possibilities of what could be considered art.