STERN GALLERY ARTIST PORTFOLIO

1895-1984
Born in Romania
Immigrated to Israel in 1941

Marcel Janco was the most famous international artist to settle in Israel. He was one of the founders of the Dada movement in 1916 – one of the most important art movements of the 20th century. In the midst of WW2 he succeeded to reach Israel from Romania. He settled in Tel-Aviv and taught painting. In 1953 he founded the Ein-Hod artist village.
During his life, Janco exhibited in many important exhibitions around the world. He was a significant image in the history of Israeli art.