Yves Klein
20th century French visual artist (1928–1962)
1928 — 1962
Quick Facts
Profession
20th century French visual artist (1928–1962)
Born
April 28, 1928
Died
1962 (age ~34)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
composer, artist, painter
FranceBorn in NiceDied in Paris
1928
Born in Nice (1928-04-28)
1962
Died in Paris
About
Yves Klein was a French artist and an important figure in post-war European art. He was a leading member of the French artistic movement of Nouveau réalisme, founded in 1960 by art critic Pierre Restany. Klein was a pioneer in the development of performance art, and is seen as an inspiration to and as a forerunner of minimal art, as well as pop art. He developed and used International Klein Blue.
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Who is Yves Klein?+
Yves Klein was a French artist and an important figure in post-war European art. He was a leading member of the French artistic movement of Nouveau réalisme, founded in 1960 by art critic Pierre Restany. Klein was a pioneer in the development of performance art, and is seen as an inspiration to and
What does the name Yves mean?+
The name Yves means "A male given name from French". It is of French origin.
When was Yves Klein born?+
Yves Klein was born on April 28, 1928.
When did Yves Klein die?+
Yves Klein died in 1962, at approximately 34 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from French
The name Yves is of French origin, meaning "A male given name from French". It is traditionally a male name.
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Yves — April 28, 1928
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Taurus
Reliable, patient, devoted
Earth · Venus · Apr 20 – May 20
Chinese Zodiac
Dragon
Confident, intelligent, enthusiastic
Earth · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
13 Ik
Wind — breath, spirit, communication
Celtic Tree
Willow
Patient, intuitive, creative
Ogham: Saille · Apr 15 – May 12
Birthstone: Diamond — Eternal love, clarity
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— someone far away
History remembers. So do I.
— an admirer
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