Roger de La Fresnaye: Symbolism, Cubism and the Pursuit of Geometric Harmony Roger de la Fresnaye (July 11, 1885 – November 27, 1925) stands as a singular figure in the constellation of early 20th-century French painting—a nobleman transformed into an avant-garde innovator whose brief but luminous career captured the spirit of its time. Born into the influential La Fresnayes family, steeped in military tradition and aristocratic privilege, he defied expectations by eschewing martial pursuits for a fervent dedication to artistic creation. His formative years were shaped by classical training…