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Post 106 - Word Wednesday

Fauvism

Fauvism was a short-lived but influential art movement that emerged in France at the beginning of the 20th century.
It was characterised by the use of bold, vibrant, and unnatural colors, as well as a free treatment of form that resulted in a decorative and emotive effect. The term "Fauvism" was coined by art critic Louis Vauxcelles, who derisively referred to the artists as "les fauves," or "the wild beasts."

The movement was led by Henri Matisse and André Derain, who were inspired by the work of Post-Impressionist artists such as Vincent van Gogh, Paul Cézanne, and Georges Seurat. Fauvist artists sought to break away from traditional representational and realistic uses of color, instead using color to convey emotion and create a new, subjective meaning. They also experimented with brushwork, using bold, loose strokes and often applying paint straight from the tube.

Fauvism was a radical departure from the art of the time, and it shocked and scandalised many critics and viewers. However, it was also an important precursor to later avant-garde movements such as Cubism and Abstract Expressionism. Although the movement itself was short-lived, lasting only a few years from 1905 to 1908, its influence can be seen in the work of many modern and contemporary artists.

Some famous examples of Fauvist paintings include Matisse's "The Woman with a Hat" and "The Joy of Life," as well as Derain's "The Turning Road, L'Estaque" and "Charing Cross Bridge."

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Citations:
[1] https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fauvism
[2] https://study.com/academy/lesson/fauvism-definition-art-characteristics.html
[3] https://www.riseart.com/guide/2410/what-is-fauvism
[4] https://magazine.artland.com/fauvism/
[5] https://www.tate.org.uk/art/art-terms/fauvism
[6] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fauvism
[7] https://www.metmuseum.org/toah/hd/fauv/hd_fauv.htm
[8] https://www.britannica.com/art/Fauvism