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Yves Klein
Yves Klein, born in Nice, France in 1928, was a pioneering French artist known for his innovative use of color and conceptual art practices. He studied at the École Nationale de la Marine Marchande and the École Nationale des Langues Orientales. Klein's early career was marked by his development of International Klein Blue (IKB), a deep, ultramarine blue that became his signature. His work often involved the use of monochrome paintings, performance art, and his "Anthropometries" series, where he used the human body as a living brush. Notable works include "Blue Monochrome" and "Leap into the Void." Klein's art is held in major collections such as the Museum of Modern Art and the Centre Pompidou. He passed away in 1962, leaving a lasting influence on contemporary art. Read more about Arts.
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