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Винсент Ван Гог 1853–1890
Нидерландский From Зюндерт Постимпрессионизм On Wikipedia in 32 of 32 languages
The Post-impressionist names to know
If you remember one Post-impressionist artist, make it Винсент Ван Гог (1853–1890), the name behind Подсолнухи and Еда для крестьян. After that come Поль Сезанн, Поль Гоген, Анри Де Тулуз-Лотрек and Поль Синьяк. Our 88 picks go from George Henry (born 1828) to Yuri Ivanovych Khymych (born 1928), from 34 countries.
How we picked them. We list the artists our catalogue links to Post-impressionist, from the most famous down. Artists born after 1955 that we cannot yet check on Wikidata are left out. The Wikipedia number shows in how many of our 32 languages Wikipedia writes about them.
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Meet them one by one
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Нидерландский From Зюндерт Постимпрессионизм On Wikipedia in 32 of 32 languages
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Француз From Экс-ан-Прованс Постимпрессионизм On Wikipedia in 32 of 32 languages
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Француз From Париж ['Постимпрессионизм', 'Символизм', 'Синтетизм', 'Примитивизм'] On Wikipedia in 32 of 32 languages
Vairumati, 1892. Две женщины на пляже, 1891. Таитянки, совершающие омовение, 1891. Автопортрет в шляпе, 1893.
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Француз From Альби Постимпрессионизм On Wikipedia in 31 of 32 languages
La Goulue Arriving at the Moulin Rouge with Two Women. La Passagère du 54, ou Promenade en Yacht (1896).
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Француз From Париж Неоимпрессионизм, Пуантилизм On Wikipedia in 29 of 32 languages
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Француз From Фонтене-о-Роз Постимпрессионизм, интимизм, Наби On Wikipedia in 27 of 32 languages
Girl in Straw Hat (Femme au chapeau rouge) (1903). La Vielle Femme, l’Enfant, et la Bassett (1927).
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Французская From Бессин-сюр-Гартамп Постимпрессионизм On Wikipedia in 27 of 32 languages
Suzanne Valadon, born Marie-Clémentine Valadon in 1865 amidst the rural landscapes of Bénesse-sur-Gartempe, France, carved a singular path through the late 19th and early 20th century art world. For nearly a decade, Valadon worked as an artist’s model, posing for prominent figures like Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, and Edgar Degas.
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Французский From Гранвиль Символизм; Нэби; Неоклассицизм On Wikipedia in 26 of 32 languages
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Француз From Кюизо Наби, интимизм On Wikipedia in 23 of 32 languages
Theodore Duret представляет нам человека, сидящего в своем кабинете — сцену, сотканную из книг, ваз и часов. Эта работа служит примером его способности превращать функциональное пространство в психологический ландшафт. Творческое наследие Вилларда остается живым свидетельством тончайших сдвигов во французской жизни: от пестрых тканей в швейной комнате до торжественных декораций его поздних моделей. The Salon of Madame Aron (1904, переработана в 1934).
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Венгро-индийка From Будапешт Современное индийское искусство, Авангард On Wikipedia in 20 of 32 languages
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Француз From XVIII округ Парижа Постимпрессионизм, Школа Парижа On Wikipedia in 25 of 32 languages
«Уличный уголок Монмартра или Le Lapin Agile» (около 1936).
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Швейцарец и француз From Лозанна Постимпрессионизм, Символизм, Наби
Upon arriving in Paris, he enrolled at the Académie Julian in January 1882. His talent was evident early on; in 1883, he succeeded in the competition to enter the École des Beaux-Arts.
See them at To encounter the quiet tension of Vallotton’s interiors, one might travel to the Cantonal Museum of Fine Arts in Lausanne, Switzerland, where The Red Room is kept.
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Канадец From Кларенс Канадский модернизм On Wikipedia in 18 of 32 languages
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Итальянец From Арко Символизм, дивизионизм On Wikipedia in 19 of 32 languages
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Француз From Париж Постимпрессионизм, Наби, Синтетизм On Wikipedia in 21 of 32 languages
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Француз From Дуэ Неоимпрессионизм On Wikipedia in 21 of 32 languages
Henri Edmond Cross’s work continues to captivate audiences with its beauty, intelligence, and enduring relevance. He stands as a pivotal figure in the transition from Impressionism to modern art – a visionary artist who dared to challenge conventions and embrace new possibilities.
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Бельгиец From Гент Неоимпрессионизм On Wikipedia in 19 of 32 languages
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Британский From Мюнхен Пост-импрессионизм On Wikipedia in 19 of 32 languages
Key Influences: James Abbott McNeill Whistler, Edgar Degas. Associated Groups: New English Art Club, Camden Town Group.
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Британский From Лондон Постимпрессионизм On Wikipedia in 19 of 32 languages
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Венгер From Сабинов Постимпрессионизм, экспрессионизм On Wikipedia in 19 of 32 languages
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Нидерландский From Зюндерт Романский стиль
WahooArt.com и другие платформы продолжают предлагать высококачественные репродукции картин де Во, гарантируя, что его пленительное видение сохранится для будущих поколений. Его наследие заключается не только в красоте отдельных произведений, но и в их способности вызывать размышления и радовать зрителей своей тонкой прелестью и неожиданным юмором.
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Шотландский From Род-имерчус Пост-импрессионизм On Wikipedia in 13 of 32 languages
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Француз From Лимож Постимпрессионизм On Wikipedia in 16 of 32 languages
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Русский/Украинец From Семиротовка Футуризм, неопримитивизм On Wikipedia in 17 of 32 languages
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Француз From Шампень-сюр-Ман Пост-импрессионизм On Wikipedia in 13 of 32 languages
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Венгрия From Капошвар ['Импрессионизм', 'Постимпрессионизм', 'Символизм'] On Wikipedia in 15 of 32 languages
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Scottish Glasgow Boys
George Henry stands as a luminous figure in the annals of British art, a painter whose brush captured the shifting light and soulful atmosphere of the late nineteenth century. Born in Irvine, Scotland, in 1858, Henry became a cornerstone of the influential Glasgow Boys movement, a group of rebellious young artists who sought to break free from the stifling constraints of academic realism.
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Француз From Нант Постимпрессионизм; Пуантилизм On Wikipedia in 11 of 32 languages
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Уэльский From Тенбби Пост-импрессионизм
Augustus Edwin John – художник, чье имя навсегда связано с яркими красками и неповторимым стилем. Его жизнь была наполнена творчеством, приключениями и глубоким пониманием человеческой натуры.
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Бельгиец From Схарбек Неоимпрессионизм и пуантилизм On Wikipedia in 12 of 32 languages
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Russian/French ['Impressionism', 'Post-Impressionism', 'Fauvism']
However, the young Tarkhoff possessed an innate artistic inclination, described as a “fervent desire to be a painter.” Tragedy marked his childhood; he lost his mother at age three and his father eight years later, experiences that perhaps fostered a sensitivity reflected in his later work.
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Голландец From Хертогенбос Экспрессионизм, Люминизм On Wikipedia in 8 of 32 languages
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Француз From Ле-Пюи-ан-Веле Постимпрессионизм, Символизм, Понт-Авенская школа, Bande Noire On Wikipedia in 12 of 32 languages
Douleur (также известная как Les victimes de la mer, Музей д'Орсе, 1908-09). Petit village au pied de la falaise, Музей Малло,르 Гавр (1905).
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Француз From Френ-Сен-Маме Постимпрессионизм On Wikipedia in 12 of 32 languages
Schuffenecker's upbringing was shaped by familial circumstances that instilled a strong work ethic.
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Английский From Сибсей Пост-импрессионизм On Wikipedia in 8 of 32 languages
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Британский From Эпсом Постимпрессионизм On Wikipedia in 9 of 32 languages
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Русский From Буда Постимпрессионизм On Wikipedia in 16 of 32 languages
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British Post Impressionism
To wander through the canvases of Herbert F. Born in 1870 near Manchester, Royle’s artistic spirit was deeply rooted in the rugged beauty of the North. He honed his technical prowess at the Harris Institute in Preston and later at the Southport School of Art, but it was his time studying under the esteemed John Buxton Knight that truly defined his aesthetic direction.
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Ньюфаундлендский американец From Сент-Джонс Постимпрессионизм On Wikipedia in 12 of 32 languages
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Ukrainian From Kamianets-Podolsk Socialist Realism
In the tapestry of twentieth-century Ukrainian fine arts, few threads are as intricately woven as those left by Yuri Ivanovych Khymych.
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Русский From Москва Импрессионизм, Символизм, Социалистический реализм On Wikipedia in 10 of 32 languages
Konstantin Fyodorovich Yuon, a name synonymous with the vibrant heart of Russian art, was born on October 24th, 1875, in the bustling metropolis of Moscow.
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French From 2nd arrondissement of Lyon Post-Impressionism On Wikipedia in 7 of 32 languages
Crucially, it was here that he encountered Paul Ranson and the burgeoning group known as Les Nabis—a collective that included figures like Bonnard, Vuillard, and Denis. Renoir, recognizing André's talent, became a generous patron, introducing him to the influential art dealer Paul Durand-Ruel, who secured exhibitions for André’s work in Paris and, significantly, in New York City. André’s early exhibitions at the Salon des Indépendants in 1894 garnered considerable attention.
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Француз From Мелён Постимпрессионизм On Wikipedia in 6 of 32 languages
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Hungarian Impressionism & Post-Impressionism
David Jandi (1893-1944) remains a relatively obscure figure in the annals of Hungarian art history, yet his canvases hold a remarkable beauty and capture a pivotal moment in artistic evolution – the confluence of Impressionist ideals with the burgeoning Hungarian landscape school. Born in Budapest, Hungary, Jandi’s formative years coincided with the rise of Symbolism and Art Nouveau, exposing him to stylistic explorations that would ultimately shape his distinctive oeuvre.
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Испанец From Сантандер Постимпрессионизм и фуавизм On Wikipedia in 7 of 32 languages
Francisco Nicolás Iturrino González, born September 9, 1864, in Santander, Spain, was an artist whose life unfolded as a passionate exploration of color and light—a journey marked by both artistic triumph and profound personal hardship. Notably, Pablo Picasso's presence at the Vollard Gallery in 1901 marked a pivotal moment—a validation of his burgeoning talent and an introduction to the avant-garde milieu of Parisian art circles.
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French From Sens Post-Impressionism On Wikipedia in 9 of 32 languages
Born into the artistic heartbeat of Paris in 1875, Charles-François Guérin carried the weight of a profound creative inheritance. As the son of the nineteenth-century painter Jean Michel Prosper Guérin, his path toward the canvas was almost predorsed, a journey shaped by familial devotion to visual expression.
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Greek Realism, Impressionism
Emmanuel Zairis (1876 or 1878 – 1948) stands as a significant, yet often overlooked, figure in late 19th and early 20th-century Greek art. Born in Bodrum, then part of the Ottoman Empire, his artistic journey took him from Bavaria to Munich and ultimately to the sun-drenched islands of Greece, leaving behind a rich legacy of genre scenes, portraits, and evocative landscapes.
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Russian From Tolyatti Post-Impressionism On Wikipedia in 7 of 32 languages
Konstantin Ivanovich Gorbatov (1876-1945) stands as a compelling figure within the landscape of Post-Impressionist art, particularly renowned for his evocative portrayals of Russia’s fading grandeur and the poignant beauty of its provincial towns. Initially drawn to civil engineering, he ultimately embraced painting, guided by the mentorship of Nikolay Dubovskoy at the Imperial Academy of Arts in St.
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Британский From Спиталфилдс Постимпрессионизм, Ранний модернизм On Wikipedia in 7 of 32 languages
Gertler's forename was Anglicised to “Mark” in 1896 when his family emigrated from Austria to London. From a young age, he demonstrated exceptional artistic talent—drawing captivated him—and enrolled at Regent Street Polytechnic in 1906 despite facing considerable financial hardship.
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Британский From Лланелли Пост-импрессионизм, фувизм On Wikipedia in 5 of 32 languages
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Француз From Ланьи-сюр-Марн Пост-импрессионизм On Wikipedia in 9 of 32 languages
Édouard Léon Cortès, affectionately known as “Le Poète Parisien de la Peinture” – the Parisian Poet of Painting – wasn’t born into the glittering world he would so vividly capture on canvas. His origins lay in Lagny-sur-Marne, a quiet town east of Paris, where he arrived on August 6th, 1882.
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Греческий From Стамбул Пост-импрессионизм On Wikipedia in 6 of 32 languages
Konstantinos Maleas, born in the vibrant heart of Constantinople in 1879, stands as a pivotal figure in the transformation of Greek painting. Initially pursuing studies at the Phanar Greek Orthodox College, a deep-seated artistic sensibility soon propelled him westward, to Paris in 1901.
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French From Paris Post-Impressionism On Wikipedia in 8 of 32 languages
Jules-Alexandre Grün (1868-1938), a name perhaps less familiar than his contemporary Jules Chéret, nevertheless stands as a significant figure in late 19th and early 20th-century French art.
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British From Denmark Hill Victorian Elegance & Post-Impressionism On Wikipedia in 4 of 32 languages
William Henry Margetson, born in Camberwell, Surrey, in December 1861, was a painter whose career unfolded across the shifting tides of Victorian and early 20th-century British art. His journey began with formal training at Dulwich College, followed by studies at the prestigious Royal College of Art and the Royal Academy Schools – a path typical for aspiring artists of his time, yet one he navigated with distinct talent and sensitivity.
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Italian From Ferrara Post-Impressionism On Wikipedia in 8 of 32 languages
Born Luigi Filippo Tibertelli in the historic Italian city of Ferrara, Filippo De Pisis was an artist who refused to be confined by a single medium. It was here that he encountered the haunting, dreamlike visions of Giorgio De Chirico, an encounter that would plant the seeds of Metaphysical influence within his burgeoning style.
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French From Ancenis Impressionism/Post-Impressionism On Wikipedia in 6 of 32 languages
Born in Ancenis, France, in 1877, Ottmann’s artistic journey was one of subtle evolution, marked by a sensitive approach to color, light, and the human form. He debuted at the prestigious Salon La Libre Esthétique in Brussels in 1904, a pivotal moment that launched him onto the Parisian art scene and connected him with a network of forward-thinking artists who were challenging conventional artistic boundaries.
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Американец From Бруклин Постимпрессионизм On Wikipedia in 3 of 32 languages
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Italian From Santa Maria Capua Vetere Figurative art On Wikipedia in 7 of 32 languages
Antonio Sicurezza, born in the sun-drenched landscapes of Santa Maria a Capo Vaticano, Italy, in 1905, was an artist deeply rooted in the Italian figurative tradition. From his early training at the Academy of Fine Arts in Naples, where he flourished under the guidance of masters like Carlo Siviero and Vincenzo Volpe, Sicurezza demonstrated an innate talent for capturing reality with remarkable precision and emotional depth.
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Russian From Saint Petersburg Watercolor painting; Woodcut technique On Wikipedia in 9 of 32 languages
In the misty, atmospheric streets of Saint Petersburg, where the Neva River meets the architectural grandeur of a fading empire, the spirit of Anna Ostroumova-Lebedeva found its eternal muse. Her artistic journey began within the prestigious halls of the Stieglitz School of Technical Drawing and the Imperial Academy of Arts.
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Yuriy Khymych is a contemporary Ukrainian painter whose work resonates deeply with the traditions of his homeland while simultaneously forging a distinctly modern path. In recent years, particularly following the political turmoil in Ukraine, Khymych’s work has taken on an even greater resonance, becoming a powerful statement about national resilience and cultural preservation.
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Венгерский From Бабина (район Зволен) Модернизм, Фавизм, Кубизм On Wikipedia in 5 of 32 languages
He commenced his formal education at the School of Industrial Design in Budapest under László Gyulay, recognizing that mastering foundational techniques demanded exposure beyond Hungary’s borders. Munich became his initial destination, where he studied diligently with Gabriel von Hackl, absorbing German artistic traditions—particularly Impressionism—before venturing into Nagybánya, a burgeoning artist’s colony fostered by Simon Hollósy and fellow visionaries.
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Австралиец/Американец From Аделаида Постимпрессионизм On Wikipedia in 4 of 32 languages
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From Henan
Birthplace & Origins: Liu Kang was born in Henan, China. Specific details regarding his early life remain limited, but it is understood he developed his artistic skills through dedicated training and practice.
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Испанец From Лиссабон Кубизм, Сюрреализм On Wikipedia in 6 of 32 languages
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Француз From Кадыкёй ['Постимпрессионизм', 'Символизм'] On Wikipedia in 9 of 32 languages
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American From Medford Post-Impressionism On Wikipedia in 3 of 32 languages
William Penhallow Henderson (1877-1943) wasn’t merely a painter; he was an architect, furniture designer, and a pivotal figure in shaping the artistic landscape of Santa Fe and the broader Southwestern United States. Born in Medford, Massachusetts, into a family deeply rooted in art – his father, William Oliver Henderson, was an amateur painter with connections to William Edward Norton – Henderson’s early life fostered a profound appreciation for visual expression.
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Spanish From Valencia Post-Impressionism On Wikipedia in 4 of 32 languages
In the golden era of Spanish Impressionism, few artists captured the ephemeral dance of light and the quiet dignity of tradition as tenderly as Julio Vila y Prades. Born in Valencia in 1873, his life was a journey through the vibrant landscapes of Spain and the sweeping vistas of Latin America, leaving behind a body of work that serves as a window into a bygone era.
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British From Maidenhead Post-Impressionism, Camden Town Group On Wikipedia in 3 of 32 languages
Malcolm Cyril Drummond (1880-1945) was more than just a painter; he was a keen observer, an astute chronicler of his time, and a pivotal figure in the development of British modernism. Educated at the Oratory School in Birmingham and Christ Church, Oxford, he initially pursued a path in history before finding his true calling in art. Drummond’s association with the Camden Town Group (1911-1913) proved to be a formative experience.
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Британский From Конотоп Постимпрессионизм On Wikipedia in 4 of 32 languages
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грек From Идра Постимпрессионизм On Wikipedia in 3 of 32 languages
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Hungarian From Budapest Post-Impressionism, Secessionism On Wikipedia in 1 of 32 languages
Born in Budapest, Hungary, in 1891, József Nemes Lamperth’s life was tragically cut short at the young age of thirty-three. Despite his brief career, he left an indelible mark on early 20th-century Hungarian art, becoming a pivotal figure bridging the expressive fervor of Expressionism with the decorative elegance of Secessionist aesthetics.
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Испанец From Барселона Постимпрессионизм и фовизм On Wikipedia in 2 of 32 languages
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Британский From Стретфорд Постимпрессионизм, фовизм On Wikipedia in 1 of 32 languages
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Greek From İzmir Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, Expressionism On Wikipedia in 1 of 32 languages
Theophrastos Triantafyllidis (1881-1955) stands as a pivotal figure in the history of Greek art, particularly recognized for his contribution to Impressionism and Post-Impressionism. Born in Izmir, Ottoman Greece – now Turkey – Triantafyllidis’s artistic journey began amidst the burgeoning cultural landscape of the early 20th century, shaping him into an artist deeply attuned to both European avant-garde trends and the unique spirit of his homeland.
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Austrian From Salzburg Impressionism On Wikipedia in 1 of 32 languages
Born in 1900, Kern’s early life was steeped in the rich, academic traditions that would eventually serve as the foundation for his more radical explorations. His journey through the prestigious Kunstakiente Düsseldorf allowed him to immerse himself in the flowing, organic rhythms of Jugendstil, where he studied under masters such as Wilhelm Trübschenne and Hugo Steiner-Samuels.
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| Франция | 20 |
|---|---|
| Великобритания | 9 |
| France | 4 |
| Нидерланды | 3 |
| Венгрия | 3 |
| Канада | 3 |
| Бельгия | 3 |
| Италия | 2 |
| 1820s | 1 |
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| 1830s | 1 |
| 1840s | 1 |
| 1850s | 11 |
| 1860s | 25 |
| 1870s | 20 |
| 1880s | 12 |
| 1890s | 7 |
| 1900s | 3 |
| 1910s | 2 |
| 1920s | 3 |
Just the names
Good questions
Винсент Ван Гог (#1) is first in this ranking, followed by Поль Сезанн (#2) and Поль Гоген (#3).
Винсент Ван Гог (#1), Поль Сезанн (#2), Поль Гоген (#3), Анри Де Тулуз-Лотрек (#4) and Поль Синьяк (#5).
“Her style quickly developed a distinctive character: bold lines, expressive brushwork, and an unflinching honesty in portraying the human form.” — from our biography of Сюзанна Валадон (#8).
The highest-ranked artists born in Франция are Поль Сезанн (#2), Поль Гоген (#3), Анри Де Тулуз-Лотрек (#4), Поль Синьяк (#5) and Пьер Боннар (#6).
The highest-ranked artists born in Великобритания are Роджер Фрай (#21), Дункан Грант (#24), Август Эдвін Джон (#35), Фрэнк Брэмли (#42) and Спенсер Гор (#43).
The earliest-born artist in this list is George Henry (#31), born in 1828.
The museums holding the most key works of this list are Музей Орсе (9), Институт искусств Чикаго (2) and Метрополитен-музей (2).
Франция: 20 of the 88 artists in this list were born there, then Великобритания (9) and France (4).
Most artists in this list were born in the 1860s (25 of 88), between 1828 and 1928 overall.
Париж: 3 of the artists in this list were born there.
4 women are in this ranking: Сюзанна Валадон (#8), Амрита Шер-Гил (#11), Эмили Карр (#15) and Anna Ostroumova-Lebedeva (#72).
Our catalogue holds 17,657 works by these artists. Each one can be ordered as a hand-painted oil reproduction or a print.
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