Though the functionality needn’t be boring as we can see from the Bauhaus buildings. According to this idea, simple but elegant geometric shapes were designed based on the intended function or purpose of a building or an object. Therein lies a source of creative imagination». But proficiency in his craft is essential to every artist. «In rare moments of inspiration, moments beyond the control of his will, the grace of heaven may cause his work to blossom into art.
It is said in the manifesto, that «architects, sculptors, painters, we must all turn to the crafts!». In a pamphlet for an April 1919 exhibition, Gropius stated that his goal was «to create a new guild of craftsmen, without the class distinctions which raise an arrogant barrier between craftsman and artist». No border between artist and craftsman.We collected for you the main principles of the movement, some of them are included in its manifesto (1919). ART domain holders who purchased their domain through get.art. This tool is free to use and accessible to all.
