15 Questions
What is the significance of The Viaduct at L’Estaque (5.4.6) in Braque's work?
It marks the beginning of his Cubist work, showing disassembled shapes while retaining basic format.
What technique did Braque use in Violin and Candlestick (5.4.7) to create the perception of overlapping geometric shapes?
Shading and narrow spacing
What is notable about Braque's use of musical instruments in his compositions?
He used them as part of his compositions and was an accomplished musician himself.
What is a characteristic of Woman with a Guitar (5.4.8) based on the synthetic style of Cubism?
The image is abstracted and fractured, yet the basic form of the female’s eye and mouth are visible along with the trapezoid form of the guitar.
What was a common component in paintings by both Braque and Picasso?
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What is Cubism?
A design concept developed by Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque
What did Cubist artists redefine in their paintings?
Shapes and objects into geometric forms
What characterized analytical Cubism?
Muted tones of blacks, grays, or ochres preventing color from interfering with the fragmented objects
What did Cubist artists believe in regarding elements in nature?
They did not believe in the usual standards of how elements appeared in nature
How did Cubist artists portray the two-dimensional flatness of the surface?
They accentuated it, obscuring the concept of depth
Where did Pablo Picasso study art before moving to Paris?
Art academy in Barcelona
Which painting reflects Picasso's Blue Period with heavy, dark lines and melancholy hues?
The Old Guitarist
What art movement redefined the concept of depicting space and objects in art, challenging Renaissance ideals?
Cubism
Which painting exemplifies early analytical Cubism with muted colors, overlapping strips, and geometric shapes?
Girl with a Mandolin
Who contributed to the development of Cubism by exploring geometry and simultaneous perspective?
Georges Braque
Study Notes
Evolution of Cubism and the Impact of Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque
- Cubism evolved from somber palettes in 1908-1912 to simpler shapes and bright colors in 1912, embracing collaging and reassembling of shapes.
- The concept of depicting space and objects in art was redefined by Cubism, challenging Renaissance ideals.
- Pablo Picasso, born in Spain, studied at the art academy in Barcelona and later moved to Paris to develop his styles.
- Picasso's Blue Period explored color and emotions, while his Cubist works focused on interactions of color, lines, and planes.
- Picasso's prolific career spanned over 20,000 paintings, prints, sculptures, and various other mediums, influencing modern art.
- The Old Guitarist reflects Picasso's Blue Period with heavy, dark lines and melancholy hues, depicting a solitary, near-death figure.
- Les Demoiselles d’Avignon shocked critics with its larger-than-life figures, angular lines, and African art influences.
- Girl with a Mandolin exemplifies early analytical Cubism with muted colors, overlapping strips, and geometric shapes.
- Woman in a Chemise in an Armchair represents the newer concepts of synthetic Cubism, blending realism with abstraction.
- After World War I, Picasso's art incorporated elements from his work in designing costumes and sets for the theater.
- Three Musicians demonstrates synthetic Cubism with bright colors and abstracted geometric shapes, depicting entertainment characters.
- Georges Braque, a French painter, explored geometry and simultaneous perspective, contributing to the development of Cubism.
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