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Пабло Пикассо 1881–1973
Испанец Born in Малага Кубизм, Сюрреализм Wikipedia in 32/32 languages
Cubist: original voices
Пабло Пикассо (1881–1973) is the most famous Cubist художник, whose singular vision gave us Авиньонские девицы и Герника. Next stand Жорж Брак, Фернан Леже, Хуан Грис и Робер Делоне. These 47 художники, from Carl Newman (born 1858) to Диа аль-Аззави (born 1939), came from 27 countries.
Our selection. Artists whose works our catalogue attaches to Cubist, in the order of our fame ranking. Artists born after 1955 with no Wikidata identifier stay out until verified. The Wikipedia figure counts our 32 languages with an article on the artist.
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One artist at a time
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Испанец Born in Малага Кубизм, Сюрреализм Wikipedia in 32/32 languages
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Француз Born in Аржантёй ['Фовизм', 'Кубизм', 'Аналитический кубизм', 'Синтетический кубизм'] Wikipedia in 31/32 languages
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Француз Born in Аржантан ['Кубизм', 'Тубизм', 'Золотая секция', 'Пуризм', 'Дадаизм', 'Конструктивизм'] Wikipedia in 27/32 languages
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Испанец Born in Мадрид Кубизм, синтетический кубизм, аналитический кубизм Wikipedia in 31/32 languages
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Французский Born in Париж Орфизм и Кубизм Wikipedia in 27/32 languages
Absorbing Henri Matisse’s pioneering approach to color theory—specifically the principle of applying small, distinct dots of pigment—he meticulously replicated optical phenomena, striving for a shimmering effect that mirrored the natural world. This intellectual curiosity found fertile ground in his friendship with Jean Metzinger, who collaboratively investigated fragmented forms and mosaic-like compositions—a technique that would foreshadow their later involvement in Cubism. Delaunay’s initial artistic explorations were deeply rooted in Neo-Impressionism, or Divisionism.
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Украинец/Русский Born in Москва Конструктивизм Wikipedia in 26/32 languages
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Американский/Немецкий Born in Нью-Йорк Экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
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Итальянский Born in Кортона Футуризм и Кубизм Wikipedia in 19/32 languages
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Украинско-американский Born in Киев Кубизм, Авангард Wikipedia in 30/32 languages
Boxing Match (1913), with its abstract cubic and ovoid forms, powerfully conveys the energy and brutality of the sport. Later in his career, Archipenko undertook monumental projects like the King Solomon Statue (University of Pennsylvania), demonstrating his continued exploration of abstract forms and geometric principles on a grand scale. After emigrating to the United States in 1923 and becoming a citizen in 1928, Archipenko continued to create and teach, introducing Cubist ideas and experimental techniques to a wider audience.
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литовско-французско-американский Born in Друскининкай Кубизм, кристаллический кубизм Wikipedia in 17/32 languages
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Британский Born in Бакингемшир ['Абстрактное искусство', 'Кубизм', 'Конструктивизм'] Wikipedia in 13/32 languages
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Французская Born in X округ Парижа Кубизм Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
She softened the harsh angles and stark geometries favored by Picasso and Braque, opting instead for curvilinear forms and a delicate palette of pastel colors. Her canvases are populated primarily by women—often depicted in groups or intimate portraits—radiating an aura of elegance and quiet contemplation. The outbreak of World War I disrupted Laurencin’s life and career.
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Француз Born in Нант ['Кубизм', 'Фовизм'] Wikipedia in 22/32 languages
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American Figurative art, Cubism
Pinpointing specific artistic influences on Newman is complex, yet the echoes of European academic painting are clearly discernible in his early work. While not fully embracing Cubism or other avant-garde movements, Newman’s experimentation demonstrates an openness to new ideas and a desire to push the boundaries of his own artistic expression. This can be seen in pieces like “ Abstract Flowers in Left,” where geometric forms and muted tones suggest a move away from purely representational art.
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Французский Born in Ле-Ман Символизм и Кубизм Wikipedia in 15/32 languages
Roger de la Fresnaye, рожденный в аристократической семье Ла Френайев в 1885 году, был художником, чья короткая но невероятно яркая карьера осветила бурный ландшафт раннего XX века. Его история – это сочетание наследственного привилегии и художественной амбиции, классического образования, нарушенного авангардным энтузиазмом и трагически оборвавшейся болезнью.
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Португалец Born in Манселуш Модернизм, Кубизм, Футуризм Wikipedia in 16/32 languages
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Мексиканский Born in Оахака-де-Хуарес Фигуративная абстракция Wikipedia in 16/32 languages
Mixografía включала в себя травление дизайна на металлической пластине, а затем покрытие ее чернилами и хлопковым волокном перед нанесением давления, что приводило к созданию отпечатков с богатой цветовой палитрой и ощутимым текстурами. "Dos Personajes Atacados por Perros" (Два человека, атакованных собаками) является ярким примером его работ в технике Mixografía – мощным и символичным произведением искусства, демонстрирующим уникальные возможности этой техники.
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Romanian Born in Iași ['Expressionism', 'Dadaism']
His studies at the Academy of Art in Berlin provided a solid grounding in classical techniques, but it was his exposure to the works of artists like Schmid-Reutte and Hölzel that ignited his interest in exploring new modes of representation.
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Американский Born in Белосток Кубизм, Экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 15/32 languages
The 1911 exhibition at the 291 Gallery—organized by Alfred Stieglitz—marked a watershed moment in Weber’s artistic career—and an agonizing one personally. His paintings were subjected to what many critics deemed “one of the most merciless critical whippings” ever inflicted upon an American artist.
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Spanish Born in Barcelona Cubism Wikipedia in 15/32 languages
His life's work remains a testament to the power of tradition meeting innovation—a journey from the ancestral forge of Barcelona to the cutting edge of the Parisian avant-garde.
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Polish-French Born in Warsaw Cubism, School of Paris, Impressionism Wikipedia in 11/32 languages
Marcoussis's contribution to Cubism is undeniable, though often overshadowed by Picasso and Braque. Collaboration With Miró: Marcoussis maintained a fruitful creative partnership with Joan Miró, exploring shared interests in Surrealism and experimenting with expressive abstraction. Despite his relatively modest output compared to Picasso or Braque, Louis Marcoussis’s artistic vision endured.
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French Cubism
Beyond his individual stylistic achievements, Armand Schonberger played a vital role in the collective movement of the European avant-garde.
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Mexican Cubism
Beyond the individual beauty of his canvases, Gabriel Portillo del Toro’s significance lies in his role as a transitional figure in Mexican art history. His monumental murals, which adorned public spaces across Mexico, solidified his reputation as an artist capable of commanding large-scale narratives, while his smaller paintings offered a more intimate dialogue with the viewer. In the grand tapestry of Mexican modernism, few artists managed to weave together the structural rigor of European avant-garde with the soulful warmth of regional tradition as masterfully as Gabriel Portly Del Toro.
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Британский Born in Лондон Футуризм, Кубизм Wikipedia in 9/32 languages
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Американский Born in Нью-Йорк Модернизм, Фавизм, Кубизм Wikipedia in 9/32 languages
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Аргентинский Born in Ла-Плата ['Кубизм', 'Футуризм'] Wikipedia in 8/32 languages
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Венгр Born in Залаэгерсег Кубизм и сюрреализм Wikipedia in 7/32 languages
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Hungarian Born in Budapest École de Paris, Cubism Wikipedia in 5/32 languages
Farkas’s artistic development during his time in Paris is particularly fascinating. His work demonstrates a unique blend of influences – Cubism's fragmented forms, elements of Fauvism’s bold color palettes, and a distinctly Hungarian sensibility. He became a significant figure within the École de Paris, an umbrella term encompassing artists from across Europe who flocked to the city seeking inspiration and recognition.
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Британский Born in Лондон Английский кубизм Wikipedia in 6/32 languages
Similarly, ‘The Garden of Eden,’ a surrealist exploration of primal encounter, reveals his willingness to delve into psychological depths. His paintings were exhibited regularly at the Royal Academy summer exhibition from the 1950s until his death—a testament to his enduring reputation as a leading voice within British art. Fry’s biographer Anne-Pascale Bruneau has argued: “It was an ideal platform for experimentation in abstract design, and for cross-fertilization between fine and applied arts.” Roberts's interest in cubism was reinforced by a visit to France and Italy in the summer of 1913.
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Норвежец Born in Суннбю ['Символизм', 'Экспрессионизм'] Wikipedia in 4/32 languages
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Шотландец Born in Гадингтон Кубизм, шотландский колоризм Wikipedia in 6/32 languages
Sir William George Gillies, a name synonymous with the evocative beauty of Scottish landscapes and poignant still lifes, was born in Haddington, East Lothian, in 1898. Initially enrolled at the Edinburgh College of Art, his studies were abruptly interrupted by the exigencies of World War I, where he served with distinction as a Royal Engineer. Gillies' artistic trajectory began with an enthusiastic exploration of Cubism following his studies under André Lhote in Paris (1923) and a subsequent journey to Italy (1924).
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American Born in Eau Claire Cubism, Modernism Wikipedia in 3/32 languages
Gale facilitated an introduction to Dudley Crafts Watson at the Milwaukee Art Institute, providing Knaths with formal training and setting him on a course toward professional artistry. Further experience as a scenery painter with the Wisconsin Players honed his skills in design and composition, while a move to Provincetown, Massachusetts, in 1919 proved decisive.
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Italian Born in Faenza Roman School; Archaic Style Wikipedia in 5/32 languages
Frescoes & Decorative Art: Beyond painting, Gentilini excelled as a fresco artist, contributing to monumental murals that showcased his mastery of color and form on a grand scale. His involvement in the 5th Esposizione Internazionale delle Arti Decorative in Milan and the 2nd Quadriennale Nazionale d’Arte in Rome underscored his versatility and solidified his position within Italy's artistic landscape. Following World War II, Gentilini experienced considerable acclaim among private collectors—a testament to the enduring appeal of his understated aesthetic.
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Шотландец Born in Килмарнок Экспрессионизм Wikipedia in 3/32 languages
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British Socialist Realism; New Realism Wikipedia in 1/32 languages
His early years were defined by a dual education: the formal training at the Wimbledon School of Art and the Royal College of Art, which sharpened his technical draughtsmanship, and the raw, lived experience of London’s streets, which forged his political soul. A pivotal moment occurred in 1930 when he traveled to the Soviet Union.
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Spanish Born in Milan Catalan Modernisme Wikipedia in 1/32 languages
Emilio Tadini was far more than a painter; he was a profound architect of meaning within the Italian cultural landscape. Born in Milan in 1927, his journey began not with a brush, but with the written word. A poet, novelist, and essayist, Tadini first emerged onto the prestigious literary stage in 1947 through Elio Vittorini's magazine, Politecnico.
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| Франция | 8 |
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| Испания | 4 |
| Великобритания | 4 |
| Россия | 3 |
| США | 2 |
| Украина | 2 |
| Italy | 2 |
| Италия | 1 |
| 1850s | 1 |
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| 1860s | 1 |
| 1870s | 7 |
| 1880s | 21 |
| 1890s | 9 |
| 1900s | 4 |
| 1910s | 1 |
| 1920s | 2 |
| 1930s | 1 |
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First place goes to Пабло Пикассо (#1); Жорж Брак (#2) and Фернан Леже (#3) complete the podium.
Пабло Пикассо (#1), Жорж Брак (#2), Фернан Леже (#3), Хуан Грис (#4) и Робер Делоне (#5).
The highest-ranked художники born in Франция are Жорж Брак (#2), Фернан Леже (#3), Робер Делоне (#5), Мари Лорансен (#12) и Жан Метценже (#14).
“Raised primarily by her mother following her father’s early death, Laurencin received a foundational education in technique at Sèvres porcelain manufactory before gravitating towards oil painting and enrolling at the Académie Humbert.” — from our biography of Мари Лорансен (#12).
The earliest-born художник in this list is Carl Newman (#16), born in 1858.
The museums holding the most key works of this list are The Phillips Collection (4), Музей современного искусства (MoMA) (3) и Институт искусств Чикаго (3).
Most художники in this list were born in the 1880s (21 of 47), between 1858 and 1939 overall.
The highest-ranked living художники in this list are Диа аль-Аззави (#33).
Нью-Йорк: 2 of the художники in this list were born there.
Франция: 8 of the 47 художники in this list were born there, then Испания (4) и Великобритания (4).
This list includes 4 women: Мари Лорансен (#12), Ольга Владимировна Розанова (#13), Попова, Любовь Сергеевна (#15) и Мария Бланшар (#25).
Our catalogue holds 7,389 works by these художники.
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