Styles & Movements

CoBrA

Born in 1927, Pierre Alechinsky was a founder of the European expressionist movement - CoBrA. Although the CoBrA movement officially lasted through 1948 -1951, its impact was considerable as it included many of Europe's leading painters, writers, poets, and composers. Having its roots in France, CoBrA was centered in Copenhagen, Brussels, and Amsterdam. The movements generated numerous publications and manifestos and was a precursor and influence upon American Abstract Expressionists.