International Letterist

International Letterism is a cultural movement that emerged in the early 1950s, focusing on the artistic and social value of language and writing. Founded by French artist Isidore Isou, it sought to explore the aesthetics of letters and words beyond traditional literature, incorporating visual art, poetry, and the avant-garde. Letterists aimed to challenge conventional artistic forms and promote innovation in artistic expression. They emphasized the transformative power of language, investigations into communication, and the potential of text as a medium. Ultimately, International Letterism influenced later movements, including Situationism and various forms of contemporary art.