Surrealism · 1935
The Pretender (Dora Maar, 1935)
Dora Maar (1907–1997) made The Pretender. It dates from 1935. It belongs to the Surrealism movement. It measures 48.3 × 34.9 cm.
- 1935
- 48.3 × 34.9 cm
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StatsThe Pretender, in brief
- Title
- The Pretender
- Artist
- Dora Maar (1907–1997)
- Artist born in
- 6th arrondissement of Paris, France
- Date
- 1935
- Dimensions
- 48.3 × 34.9 cm
- Movement
- Surrealism
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Dora Maar, The Pretender (1935).
Questions on The Pretender, answered
In what year was "The Pretender" by Dora Maar created?
"The Pretender" dates from 1935. The date places the work within Dora Maar's career and its era.
What are the dimensions of the original "The Pretender" by Dora Maar?
"The Pretender" measures 48.3 x 34.9cm in its original form. Original dimensions are a useful reference when choosing a reproduction size.
Can the image of "The Pretender" by Dora Maar be freely reproduced?
Regarding copyright, "The Pretender" is still protected by copyright.
Who is the artist behind "The Pretender"?
"The Pretender" is attributed to Dora Maar.
What style does "The Pretender" belong to?
"The Pretender" by Dora Maar belongs to the Surrealism movement. This movement provides the stylistic context of the work.
What was Dora Maar's age when "The Pretender" was created?
When "The Pretender" was created in 1935, Dora Maar - born in 1907 - was 28 years old.
Why is the copyright status of "The Pretender" what it is?
"The Pretender" by Dora Maar is still protected by copyright. Copyright terms are measured from the artist's death, and Dora Maar died in 1997.
About the artist, Dora Maar
1907–1997, France
Dora Maar
Dora Maar: A Surrealist Visionary and Political Witness Dora Maar (Henriette Theodora Markovitch, 1907-1997) remains a captivating figure in the annals of 20th-century art – a photographer, painter, and intellectual whose life was inextricably intertwined with the turbulent currents of Surrealism, political activism, and the passionate intensity of her relationship with Pablo Picasso. Often overshadowed by the brilliance of her collaborator, Maar’s unique vision, marked by psychological depth, social critique, and a strikingly unconventional approach to both photography and painting, deserves far greater recognition. Her story is not merely one of a muse; it's that of an artist who forged her own path amidst a world grappling with war, revolution, and the shifting landscapes of artistic expression. Early Life and Artistic Beginnings: Born in Paris to a Croatian architect father and a French mother, Maar’s early years were spent in Buenos Aires.
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