Nassos Daphnis
American, 1914 - 2010
Nassos Daphnis (1914-2010) was a Greek-American abstract painter and sculptor. Born in Krokees, Greece, Daphnis immigrated to the United States in 1929 and settled in New York City.
Daphnis initially studied at the National Academy of Design in New York and the Hans Hofmann School of Fine Arts in Munich, Germany. He later worked as a graphic designer before turning to abstract art in the 1940s.
Daphnis's early work was influenced by Cubism and Surrealism, but he soon developed his own distinctive style, characterized by geometric shapes and bright, bold colors. He often worked in a series, exploring variations on a particular theme or motif.
In addition to painting, Daphnis also produced sculptures, often using industrial materials such as steel and aluminum. His sculptures are characterized by their clean lines and precise, geometric forms.
Daphnis's work has been exhibited in museums and galleries around the world, and he is recognized as one of the pioneers of American geometric abstraction. His art continues to inspire and influence artists today.
Daphnis initially studied at the National Academy of Design in New York and the Hans Hofmann School of Fine Arts in Munich, Germany. He later worked as a graphic designer before turning to abstract art in the 1940s.
Daphnis's early work was influenced by Cubism and Surrealism, but he soon developed his own distinctive style, characterized by geometric shapes and bright, bold colors. He often worked in a series, exploring variations on a particular theme or motif.
In addition to painting, Daphnis also produced sculptures, often using industrial materials such as steel and aluminum. His sculptures are characterized by their clean lines and precise, geometric forms.
Daphnis's work has been exhibited in museums and galleries around the world, and he is recognized as one of the pioneers of American geometric abstraction. His art continues to inspire and influence artists today.
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