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Co-founder of Cobra

‍Dotremont played a key role in founding the Cobra movement in 1948, alongside other artists such as Asger Jorn and Karel Appel. Cobra was an experimental and avant-garde movement that sought to create art that was spontaneous, primitive, and expressive, in opposition to the conventional artistic trends of the time. Dotremont's contribution to the creation and promotion of Cobra contributed to its influence and recognition in the art world.
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Spontaneous and experimental art

‍Dotremont's works are characterized by an expressive, spontaneous, and experimental visual language. His creative approach, which blended painting, drawing, and language, was in line with the ideals of the Cobra movement and contributed to his fame.

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‍Use of the logogram

‍Dotremont developed a particular artistic technique called logogram, which was a fusion of writing and drawing. He created images using words and phrases, thus incorporating language into his artistic expression. This innovative approach has attracted the attention of art lovers and collectors.
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Participation in international exhibitions

‍Dotremont has participated in numerous important exhibitions in Europe and around the world. Its presence in major artistic events has contributed to increasing its visibility and attractiveness on the art market.
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Intellectual commitment

‍Dotremont was also a committed poet and writer. His intellectual commitment to the artistic and cultural world strengthened his reputation and influence.

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Impact on contemporary art

Christian Dotremont's legacy in the Cobra movement and its impact on contemporary art have contributed to his active research on the art market. Collectors and institutions are interested in his work because of its role in the history of modern and experimental art.