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The art of nothingness: Dada, Taoism and Zen
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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. These artists not only make direct references to aspects of Taoism and Buddhism, but their philosophies on art and life mirror concepts in both so strongly that this relationship cannot be ignored, although most scholars have done just that. Exploring this connection offers not only a new perspective on Zurich Dada but encourages a reconsideration of the commonly misapplied label of nihilism to this specific group of Dada artists.
Title: The art of nothingness: Dada, Taoism and Zen
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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.
These artists not only make direct references to aspects of Taoism and Buddhism, but their philosophies on art and life mirror concepts in both so strongly that this relationship cannot be ignored, although most scholars have done just that.
Exploring this connection offers not only a new perspective on Zurich Dada but encourages a reconsideration of the commonly misapplied label of nihilism to this specific group of Dada artists.
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