Manuel Jardim

1884 - 1923

Manuel Jardim

Quick facts

  • Died: 1923
  • Works on this site: 3
  • Art period: Modern
  • Also known as: Manuel de Azambuja Leite Pereira Jardim
  • Top 3 works:
    • Profile Head
    • The Woman with the Fan
    • Le Déjeuner
  • Museums on this site: Machado de Castro National Museum

early life and education

manuel de azambuja leite pereira jardim, a renowned portuguese painter and art teacher, was born in 1884 in montemor-o-velho, portugal. he passed away in lisbon, portugal, in 1923. jardim's artistic journey began with his studies at the escola de belas-artes in lisbon from 1903 to 1905. he then pursued further education in paris, attending the académie julian under the tutelage of jean-paul laurens.

artistic career and notable works

jardim's first major exhibition was at the salon in 1911, featuring his piece le déjeuner. this marked the beginning of his successful career, which included travels to germany, italy, and spain. upon returning to portugal, he established an art school in coimbra and attempted to found the sociedade portuguesa de arte moderna with architect josé pacheko.

later life and legacy

jardim's time in paris was cut short due to his diagnosis with tuberculosis, leading to his return to portugal. he passed away two years later, in 1923. despite his untimely death, jardim's legacy endures through his contributions to the art world, including illustrations for contemporânea and serões. a major retrospective at the sociedade nacional de belas-artes in 1925, featuring works by jardim alongside amadeo de souza-cardoso and santa-rita pintor, further solidified his place in art history.

notable exhibitions and collections

* museu nacional de machado de castro (since 1952) * sociedade nacional de belas-artes (1925, 1974, and 2011) manuel de azambuja leite pereira jardim's enduring legacy is a testament to his significant impact on the world of art, and his story continues to inspire artists and art enthusiasts alike.
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Most loved works

Profile Head — Manuel Jardim
Profile Head – art print by Manuel Jardim
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The Woman With The Fan — Manuel Jardim
Manuel Jardim: The Woman with the Fan
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Le Déjeuner — Manuel Jardim
Le Déjeuner, Manuel Jardim
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Questions & Answers

Is Manuel Jardim's work still under copyright?

No, works by this artist are in the public domain.

What art period did Manuel Jardim belong to?

Modern

What are the 3 top-ranked paintings by Manuel Jardim on ArtsDot.com?

Profile Head, The Woman with the Fan, Le Déjeuner

What is the top-ranked painting by Manuel Jardim on ArtsDot.com?

Profile Head

What are other names Manuel Jardim is known by?

Manuel de Azambuja Leite Pereira Jardim

Who is Manuel Jardim?

early life and education manuel de azambuja leite pereira jardim, a renowned portuguese painter and art teacher, was born in 1884 in montemor-o-velho, portugal. he passed away in lisbon, portugal, in 1923. jardim's artistic journey began with his studies at the escola de belas-artes in lisbon from 1903 to 1905. he then pursued further education in paris, attending the académie julian under the tutelage of jean-paul laurens. artistic career and notable works jardim's first major exhibition was at

How long did Manuel Jardim live?

39 years (1884–1923)

When and where was Manuel Jardim born?

1884, Montemor-o-Velho, Portugal

What was a defining characteristic of Amedeo Modigliani's artistic style?

Elongated faces and figures

During which decade did Modigliani achieve significant recognition for his work?

1920s