
American surrealist painter and poet, known for her dreamlike and whimsical compositions.
Quick Facts
- Based in
- New York, USA and Paris, France
- Country
- United States
- Born
- –
- Type
- Individual
About Dorothea Tanning
American surrealist painter and poet, known for her dreamlike and whimsical compositions.
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Works in Museum Collections
Collection data via The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Harvard Art Museums (CC BY), and Europeana
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What medium does Dorothea Tanning work in?
Dorothea Tanning primarily works in Painting, Sculpture.
Where is Dorothea Tanning based?
Dorothea Tanning is based in New York, USA and Paris, France.
When was Dorothea Tanning born?
Dorothea Tanning was born in 1910 and died in 2012.
What is Dorothea Tanning's nationality?
Dorothea Tanning is from United States.
What exhibitions has Dorothea Tanning participated in?
Dorothea Tanning has participated in 1 exhibition, including Documenta 1959.







