Arthur Rimbaud
Arthur Rimbaud
Rimbaud at 17 by Étienne Carjat [1]
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a French poet known for his transgressive and surreal themes and for his influence on modern literature and arts, prefiguring surrealism.
Born
Jean Nicolas Arthur Rimbaud 20 October 1854 Charleville, France
Died
10 November 1891 (aged 37) Marseille, France
Occupation
Poet
adultbasic
France
era
1800+
Literary movement
Symbolism
Notable works
The Drunken Boat (1871) A Season in Hell (1873) Illuminations (1873–1875)
Partner
Paul Verlaine (1871–1875)
Period
1870–1875 (major creative period)
Relatives
Frédéric Rimbaud (father) Marie Catherine Vitalie Rimbaud (mother) Vitalie Rimbaud (sister) Isabelle Rimbaud (sister)
Resting place
Charleville-Mezieres Cimetière, Charleville-Mezieres, France