The Star 1960

"The Star" is a 1960 abstract sculpture by Jean Arp, a leading figure in the Dada and Surrealist movements. The work is characterized by its biomorphic forms, evoking organic shapes and natural processes. The white marble sculpture features a central, star-shaped form with a hole, suggestive of a celestial body or a biological cell, standing atop a cylindrical base. Arp's sculptures often explored the interplay of organic and geometric forms, highlighting the interplay of positive and negative space, resulting in an aesthetically pleasing and thought-provoking work.