Publications by tag: фовизм

As anyone who has read an art history syllabus knows that the history of modern art has been dominated by groups of like-minded artists with specific aims or approaches, otherwise known as art movements. Since the late 19th century, a quick succession of radically experimental groups has responded to rapidly changing social, political, and cultural climates – leading to the formation of dozens…

On August 3, 1914, Germany declared war on France. From that day on, in the next four years the Parisian newspaper "Le Figaro" would lead a terrible account of the days. On November 11, 1918 the morning issue of the newspaper contained the message: "The 1561st day of War". Newsmen didn't know that day would be the last one, and the Parisians were leery of enjoying the signs of the end of the war…

When it comes to Cubism, the first artist that comes to mind is Pablo Picasso. Most online articles devoted to this revolutionary art movement mention (if at all) Georges Braque as one of the founders and pioneers of Cubism. Still, there is not much information on the details of his contribution to this process, and the way he and Picasso influenced each other's work. Let's try to figure out why…