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Biomorphic art is characterized by forms that resemble those found in nature, particularly living organisms. This style emerged in the early 20th century, with artists drawing inspiration from the shapes and structures of plants, animals, and the human body.12

Sculptors like Henry Moore and Constantin Brancusi created works that evoked natural forms, emphasizing organic curves and fluid lines. For instance, Moore's reclining nudes and Brancusi's "Fish" and "The Seal" exemplify this biomorphic approach, symbolizing life, growth, and natural rhythms. This artistic movement sought to capture the essence of life through abstract representations of biological forms.2

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