The term 'dada', depending on the language, can mean different things or simply resemble the babbling of a child. This absurdity of the name reflects the philosophy behind the new art movement, which argued that if the world could accommodate a chaotic and terrible war, art should be just as absurd.
The objects in this collection don't carry specific meanings; they are intended as a playful exploration of shapes and colours.
In 1916, Switzerland, as a neutral country, welcomed many artists, writers, and cultural figures fleeing the horrors of World War I, including Arp. Three days after the announcement at the renowned Cabaret Voltaire—a venue created by artists for artists—Arp and his friends declared the birth of a new artistic movement: Dada.
All tables are handcrafted from natural ash wood. Here is a designer's sketch inspired by Arp's collages.
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