Hortense Gordon

1886 - 1961

Quick facts

  • Art period: Modern
  • Born: 1886, Hamilton, Canada
  • Nationality: Canada
  • Top 3 works:
    • Horizontals and Verticals
    • Orange and Yellows, Bound in Space
    • Idyll Vase
  • Works on this site: 5
  • Museums on this site: The Robert McLaughlin Gallery

early life and teaching career

hortense crompton mattice, later known as hortense mattice gordon, was born on november 24, 1886, in hamilton, ontario, canada. before gaining recognition as an artist, gordon taught art for thirty years at a technical school in her hometown.

artistic career and style

gordon's artistic career gained momentum in later life, particularly with her abstract works. she became a member of the prestigious painters eleven, a group known for their collective approach to art. her first solo exhibition took place in new york city in 1952, marking a significant milestone in her career.

contributions and legacy

throughout her career, gordon was known for her abstract paintings and contributions to the canadian art scene. as an artist, she played a crucial role in shaping the country's artistic landscape. her work continues to inspire new generations of artists and art enthusiasts alike.

notable artworks and collections

* hortense mattice gordon's artworks can be found in various collections, including those at ArtsDot's gallery, which features a range of her abstract pieces. * for more information on gordon's style and contributions, visit ArtsDot's art history collection.

museums and galleries featuring similar artists

* the staatsgalerie moderner kunst in munich, germany, features an extensive collection of modern art, including works by artists similar to gordon. learn more about the museum at ArtsDot's museum collection. * the tom thomson art gallery in ontario, united states, showcases the works of another canadian artist. discover more about tom thomson and his art at ArtsDot's museum collection.

key dates

  • november 24, 1886: born in hamilton, ontario, canada
  • 1952: first solo exhibition in new york city
  • november 6, 1961: passed away in hamilton, ontario, canada
discover more about hortense mattice gordon and her abstract art at ArtsDot's extensive collection.

Quick quiz

There is only one correct answer for each question.

Question 1:
What was Hortense Mattice Gordon’s primary occupation before pursuing her artistic career?
Question 2:
Which influential art movement significantly impacted Hortense Mattice Gordon’s style?
Question 3:
Gordon was a founding member of which Canadian artistic collective?
Question 4:
In what year did Hortense Mattice Gordon hold her first solo exhibition in New York City?
Question 5:
What is Hortense Mattice Gordon best known for creating?

Questions & Answers

What art period did Hortense Gordon belong to?

Modern

Is Hortense Gordon's work still under copyright?

Yes, works by this artist are still under copyright.

Which influential art movement significantly impacted Hortense Mattice Gordon’s style?

Abstract Expressionism

What are the 3 top-ranked paintings by Hortense Gordon on ArtsDot.com?

Horizontals and Verticals, Orange and Yellows, Bound in Space, Idyll Vase

Who is Hortense Gordon?

early life and teaching career hortense crompton mattice, later known as hortense mattice gordon, was born on november 24, 1886, in hamilton, ontario, canada. before gaining recognition as an artist, gordon taught art for thirty years at a technical school in her hometown. artistic career and style gordon's artistic career gained momentum in later life, particularly with her abstract works. she became a member of the prestigious painters eleven, a group known for their collective approach to art

When did Hortense Gordon die?

1961

What was Hortense Mattice Gordon’s primary occupation before pursuing her artistic career?

Art Teacher

In what year did Hortense Mattice Gordon hold her first solo exhibition in New York City?

1952

When and where was Hortense Gordon born?

1886, Hamilton, Canada

How many of Hortense Gordon's paintings are on ArtsDot.com?

5