Ivan Kožarić
Ivan Kožarić;Ivan Kozaric
Place: Petrinja
Born: 1921
Death: 2020
Biography:
Early Life and Career
Ivan Kožarić, a renowned Croatian artist, was born in Petrinja, Croatia in 1921. His artistic journey began with sculpture, but he soon explored a wide variety of media, including permanent and temporary sculptures, assemblages, proclamations, photographs, paintings, and installations.
Artistic Style and Themes
Kožarić's works are characterized by a sense of mischief, spontaneity, and a nonchalant approach to life. His sculptures, in particular, reduced in form during his period with the Gorgona Group (1959-1966), which would become the main characteristic of his later sculptural project, "The Feeling of Wholeness."
Notable Exhibitions and Awards
* Museum of Modern Art in Paris (2002) * Art Pavilion in Zagreb (2005-2006) * Participation in the Venice Biennale (1976), São Paulo Biennale (1979), and documenta in Kassel (2002) * Recipient of the Vladimir Nazor Award for Life Achievement (1997)
Public Sculptures
Some of Kožarić's notable public sculptures include:
Legacy and Museum Collections
The Museum of Contemporary Art, Zagreb acquired Kožarić's entire studio for display in 2007. His commissioned work, Ascent, a slender sculpture over 13 meters high (2002), is a testament to his innovative spirit. Explore more of Ivan Kožarić's artworks on Wikioo.org: [https://Wikioo.org/@/Ivan-Kožaric](https://Wikioo.org/@/Ivan-Kožaric) Discover other notable artists and their works on Wikioo.org: [CITE]Zofia Kulik[/CITE]: [https://Wikioo.org/@/Zofia-Kulik](https://Wikioo.org/@/Zofia-Kulik)
