Date Available
4-2-2012
Year of Publication
2011
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Document Type
Master's Thesis
College
Fine Arts
Department/School/Program
Art
First Advisor
Dr. Anna Brzyski
Abstract
When examining the art, actions, and writings of Zurich Dadaists it becomes apparent that there is an affinity with Eastern thought, namely Taoism and Zen Buddhism. It cannot be said that Eastern thought directly influenced the artistic production of these Dadaists. However, the philosophy of Dada artists in Zurich mirrors that of Taoism and Zen so strongly that this connection cannot be ignored, although the Western art historical cannon has done just that. Exploring this connection offers a new perspective of Zurich Dada and encourages a reconsideration of the commonly applied label of nihilism to this group of Dadaists.
Recommended Citation
Lochmann, Erin Megan, "THE ART OF NOTHINGNESS: DADA, TAOISM, AND ZEN" (2011). Theses and Dissertations--Art and Visual Studies. 1.
https://uknowledge.uky.edu/art_etds/1
