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Albert Gleizes

Albert Gleizes was a pioneering French artist, theoretician, and philosopher, renowned for his contributions to Cubism and his influence on the School of Paris. Born in Paris in 1881, Gleizes' artistic journey began in his late teens, inspired by Impressionism and later evolving through Post-Impressionist and Symbolist phases. His early work, such as "La Seine à Asnières" exhibited in 1902, showcases his initial foray into painting. Gleizes' commitment to developing art free from commercial constraints led him to co-found the Abbaye de Créteil, a self-supporting artist community, although it was short-lived due to financial difficulties.

Gleizes' exploration of Cubism began around 1910, in collaboration with artists like Jean Metzinger, with whom he wrote "Du Cubisme," the first major treatise on the movement. This period marked a significant shift in his style towards the geometric simplification of forms, a hallmark of Cubism. His works from this era, including "Portrait de Jacques Nayral" and "Landschaft bei Paris," exemplify his innovative approach to capturing the essence of subjects through cubist principles. Gleizes was also a member of the Section d'Or group, further establishing his role in the Cubist movement.

In addition to his painting, Gleizes was deeply involved in writing and promoting Cubism, influencing the acceptance and understanding of modern art globally, including his significant impact in New York. His later works, such as "Pour Contemplation," reflect a spiritual and theological depth, moving towards a synthesis of the physical and metaphysical. Gleizes' art is celebrated for its revolutionary approach to form and color, contributing significantly to the development of modern art. His works are held in prestigious collections worldwide, including the Tate Modern and the Musée des Beaux-Arts in Lyon​​​.

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Date and place of birt:8 december 1881, Paris, France
Date and place of death:23 june 1953, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, France
Nationality:France
Period of activity: XIX, XX century
Specialization:Artist, Painter, Philosopher, Writer
Art school / group:Puteaux Group, Society of Independent Artists (USA)
Genre:Allegory, Landscape painting, Portrait, Still life
Art style:Abstract art, Cubism, Neo-impressionism, Rayonism
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