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Emil Nolde is known for his vigorous ______ and expressive choice of colours.
Emil Nolde is known for his vigorous ______ and expressive choice of colours.
brushwork
In Nolde's works, he countered his dissatisfaction with contemporary Western society with his concept of the 'noble ______'.
In Nolde's works, he countered his dissatisfaction with contemporary Western society with his concept of the 'noble ______'.
savage
Nolde's paintings frequently feature golden ______ and deep reds, giving a luminous quality to otherwise sombre tones.
Nolde's paintings frequently feature golden ______ and deep reds, giving a luminous quality to otherwise sombre tones.
yellows
Nolde was a supporter of the ______ party from the early 1920s.
Nolde was a supporter of the ______ party from the early 1920s.
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A total of ______ of Nolde's works were removed from museums, more than those of any other artist.
A total of ______ of Nolde's works were removed from museums, more than those of any other artist.
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Kathe Kollwitz's work portrays an expressive and intense account of the human ______.
Kathe Kollwitz's work portrays an expressive and intense account of the human ______.
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Kathe Kollwitz worked with painting, printmaking (including etching, lithography and ______) and sculpture.
Kathe Kollwitz worked with painting, printmaking (including etching, lithography and ______) and sculpture.
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Kirchner's use of distortion is a notable characteristic of his ______ work.
Kirchner's use of distortion is a notable characteristic of his ______ work.
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Henri Matisse created colorful paper cut ______ towards the end of his life.
Henri Matisse created colorful paper cut ______ towards the end of his life.
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The artist’s own emotional reaction in expressionism is portrayed in a highly ______ style.
The artist’s own emotional reaction in expressionism is portrayed in a highly ______ style.
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German expressionism was characterized by free distortion of ______ and color.
German expressionism was characterized by free distortion of ______ and color.
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The ______ of expressionism (capital E) is a specific art movement in Germany in the early 20th century.
The ______ of expressionism (capital E) is a specific art movement in Germany in the early 20th century.
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During World War I, over 60 million European soldiers were ______ from 1914–1918.
During World War I, over 60 million European soldiers were ______ from 1914–1918.
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The view from Matisse's apartment in ______ influenced his art.
The view from Matisse's apartment in ______ influenced his art.
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The concept of ______ emphasizes the expression of emotions and feelings of the artist.
The concept of ______ emphasizes the expression of emotions and feelings of the artist.
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André Derain spoke about the relationship between lines and ______ in his independent artistic vision.
André Derain spoke about the relationship between lines and ______ in his independent artistic vision.
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Cubism had a major influence on the development of 20th century art in architecture, sculpture, painting, as well as in the applied arts like ______.
Cubism had a major influence on the development of 20th century art in architecture, sculpture, painting, as well as in the applied arts like ______.
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Filippo Tommaso Marinetti published the First Futurist Manifesto in ______.
Filippo Tommaso Marinetti published the First Futurist Manifesto in ______.
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Marinetti aimed to bring Italy in line with ______ life.
Marinetti aimed to bring Italy in line with ______ life.
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The name Futurism was chosen to express positive feelings about modern ______.
The name Futurism was chosen to express positive feelings about modern ______.
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Futurism began as a literary movement in Italy in ______.
Futurism began as a literary movement in Italy in ______.
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Futurism glorified the future, the machine, speed, and ______.
Futurism glorified the future, the machine, speed, and ______.
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In Marinetti's manifesto, he stated, 'We will glorify ______ – the only true hygiene of the world!'
In Marinetti's manifesto, he stated, 'We will glorify ______ – the only true hygiene of the world!'
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Kollwitz was the first woman to be elected to the Prussian Academy of ______.
Kollwitz was the first woman to be elected to the Prussian Academy of ______.
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Futurism had a socio-political agenda and published several ______.
Futurism had a socio-political agenda and published several ______.
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After World War I, Kollwitz produced the print cycle ______ in woodcut form.
After World War I, Kollwitz produced the print cycle ______ in woodcut form.
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Kollwitz's works included titles such as The Sacrifice, The Volunteers, and ______.
Kollwitz's works included titles such as The Sacrifice, The Volunteers, and ______.
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Much of Kollwitz's art was inspired by pro-war ______ which she riffed on to create anti-war art.
Much of Kollwitz's art was inspired by pro-war ______ which she riffed on to create anti-war art.
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The work 'The Volunteers' depicts a group of young men following the beat of a ______.
The work 'The Volunteers' depicts a group of young men following the beat of a ______.
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In her series, Kollwitz wanted to show the ______ of living through a war.
In her series, Kollwitz wanted to show the ______ of living through a war.
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The series 'War' was produced between ______ and 1922.
The series 'War' was produced between ______ and 1922.
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In her art, Kollwitz expressed her intention to have an effect on these times in which human beings are ______.
In her art, Kollwitz expressed her intention to have an effect on these times in which human beings are ______.
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Picasso considered a head to be a matter of eyes, nose, and mouth, which can be distributed in any way you like, highlighting the non-naturalistic style of African ______.
Picasso considered a head to be a matter of eyes, nose, and mouth, which can be distributed in any way you like, highlighting the non-naturalistic style of African ______.
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Cubism was partly influenced by the late work of artist Paul ______, who painted from slightly different points of view.
Cubism was partly influenced by the late work of artist Paul ______, who painted from slightly different points of view.
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Cézanne's ideas emphasize the underlying structure of things, which can be represented as a ______, cylinder, and sphere.
Cézanne's ideas emphasize the underlying structure of things, which can be represented as a ______, cylinder, and sphere.
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Picasso moved away from traditional European painting by studying ______ and opting for a two-dimensional style.
Picasso moved away from traditional European painting by studying ______ and opting for a two-dimensional style.
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In 'Les Demoiselles d'Avignon', Picasso depicted five naked women with figures composed of flat, triangular shapes inspired by Iberian sculptures and African ______.
In 'Les Demoiselles d'Avignon', Picasso depicted five naked women with figures composed of flat, triangular shapes inspired by Iberian sculptures and African ______.
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The woman pulling the curtain in 'Les Demoiselles d’Avignon' showcases the most ______ representation among the figures, with sharp geometric shapes.
The woman pulling the curtain in 'Les Demoiselles d’Avignon' showcases the most ______ representation among the figures, with sharp geometric shapes.
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Picasso's depiction of a woman with a dark face and square chest in 'Les Demoiselles d’Avignon' suggests a ______ interpretation of femininity.
Picasso's depiction of a woman with a dark face and square chest in 'Les Demoiselles d’Avignon' suggests a ______ interpretation of femininity.
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The figure of the woman in 'Les Demoiselles d'Avignon' has been drawn from two different ______ at once, creating a complex visual experience.
The figure of the woman in 'Les Demoiselles d'Avignon' has been drawn from two different ______ at once, creating a complex visual experience.
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Study Notes
Henri Matisse
- Lived in an apartment overlooking the sea in Nice, France
- Art is a reflection of his life, both the view from inside and outside of his apartment
- Worked through both world wars, but this is not reflected in his art
"The Green Stripe"
- Created by Henri Matisse in 1905
"Red Room"
- Oil on canvas, created by Henri Matisse between 1908 and 1909
"Sorrows of the King"
- Art piece by Henri Matisse
"The Snail"
- Created by Henri Matisse, in 1952
- It’s a colorful paper cut collage
“Painting with Scissors”
- Technique used by Henri Matisse in the later years of his life
Maurice Vlaminck
- Artist
Andre Derain
- Artist
"Lines and Colors are Intimately Related"
- Quote by Andre Derain
- He believed that lines and colors have an independent and unbounded existence
German Expressionism
- Art movement that originated in Germany between 1905 and 1914
Artists Associated with German Expressionism
- Ernst Ludwig Kirchner
- Karl Schmidt-Rottluff
- Erich Heckle
- Emil Nolde
- Max Pechstein
- Otto Mueller
Die Brücke
- German Expressionist art group
Der Blaue Reiter
- German Expressionist art group
- Wassily Kandinsky
- Franz Marc
Expressionism
- An art movement that portrays the artist's emotional reaction in a highly individualized style
- Characterized by free distortion of shape and color
Expressionism (lowercase 'e')
- A general art style that expresses emotions and feelings of the artist
- Features distortion and exaggeration
Berlin Street Scene
- Created in 1913
WWI
- Erupted in 1914
- Lasted from 1914 to 1918
- Mobilized over 60 million soldiers from across Europe
The Girl Under a Japanese Umbrella
- Created in 1906
- Should be analyzed for:
- Color
- Composition
- Mood
- Line
Erna with a Cigarette
- Created in 1905
- The printmaking method used in this painting influenced the lines
Alpküche
- Painting by Ernst Ludwig Kirchner
Emil Nolde
- One of the first Expressionist artists
- Known for vigorous brushwork and expressive choice of colors
- Used golden yellows and deep reds to create a luminous quality
- Inharmonious use of color
- Known for watercolors that depict storm-scapes and florals
St Mary of Egypt among sinners
- Created by Emil Nolde in 1912
- Should be analyzed for:
- Color
- Composition
- Mood
- Line
The Last Supper
- Created by Emil Nolde in 1909
Kathe Kollwitz
- Female German artist
- Known for intense and expressive portrayal of the human condition, particularly of the poor and figures in war
- Worked with painting, printmaking, and sculpture
- First woman to be elected to the Prussian Academy of Arts and to receive honorary professor status
- Work was inspired by pro-war propaganda
- Wanted to show the horrors of war to combat pro-war sentiment
War
- A series of seven woodcuts created by Kathe Kollwitz between 1921 and 1922
- Show the perspective of women in war
The Widow II
- Woodcut by Kathe Kollwitz, part of the War series
The Sacrifice
- Woodcut by Kathe Kollwitz, part of the War series
The Widow I
- Woodcut by Kathe Kollwitz, part of the War series
The Parents
- Woodcut by Kathe Kollwitz, part of the War series
The Volunteers
- Woodcut by Kathe Kollwitz, part of the War series
- Depicts a group of young men, led by "Death," joining the war effort.
African Art
- Highly stylized but vivid
- Influenced Cubism
Cezanne
- Late works influenced Cubism
- Used different viewpoints
- Emphasized the flatness of painting and its two-dimensional nature
Breakfast Table
- Created by Juan Gris in 1914
Les Demoiselles d’Avignon
- Picasso's first masterpiece
- Depicts five naked women with figures composed in flat, triangular shapes
- Influenced by Iberian sculpture and African masks
- Moved away from traditional European painting towards Primitivism
- Two-dimensional technique led to Cubism
Influences on Cubism
- Romanesque Catalan frescoes
- Iberian sculpture
- African sculpture
Cubism
- Influenced by "Les Demoiselles d'Avignon"
- Had a major influence on 20th-century art in architecture, sculpture, painting, typography, and furniture design
Robert Delauney
- Artist
- Created "Eiffel Tower," 1914
Umberto Boccioni
- Artist
- Created "Dynamism of a Soccer Player," 1913
Fernand Leger
- Artist
- Created "Soldier with Pipe," 1916
Futurism
- Art movement from Milan, Italy
- Existed from 1909 to 1914
Filippo Tommaso Marinetti
- Created the First Futurist Manifesto in 1909 and published it in Le Figaro newspaper.
- Felt Italy was too inhibited by its past and needed to be brought in line with modern life
- Aims in the manifesto were to bring Italy in line with modern life and to create a plan for cultural development
- Believed the world needed to be invigorated with the beauty of speed
First Futurist Manifesto
- Written by Filippo Tommaso Marinetti and made public in 1909
Futurism
- A movement that began as a literary movement in Italy in 1909, but later included visual arts, film, theatre, music and architecture.
- Ended at WW1.
- Saw the future as a glorious age, made possible by machines and manufactured products.
- Glorified the future, the machine, speed and power.
- Focus on effects of movement and noise.
- Artists had a socio-political agenda.
- Published numerous manifestos.
Prominent Points in the First Futurist Manifesto
- "We will glorify war - the only true hygiene of the world!"
- "When called a madman, bear the title with prideful dignity."
- "We will sing the great masses agitated by work, pleasure and revolt."
- "The splendor of the world has been enriched by a new kind of beauty, the beauty of speed."
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Explore the life and works of Henri Matisse, a prominent artist known for his innovative techniques and vibrant artworks. This quiz covers his famous pieces like 'The Green Stripe' and 'Red Room', as well as his relationship with the German Expressionism movement. Test your knowledge of Matisse's artistic journey and the influences around him.
