Jean-Gabriel Domergue (1889 - 1962)

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Jean-Gabriel Domergue

Jean-Gabriel Domergue was a distinguished French painter, renowned for his portraits of Parisian women. His education at the École nationale supérieure des Beaux-Arts laid the foundation for his artistic journey. In 1911, Domergue's talents were recognized with the prestigious Prix de Rome, marking a significant milestone in his career.

Jean-Gabriel Domergue's artistic evolution, especially from the 1920s, was characterized by a focus on portraying the "Parisian lady." He claimed to be "the inventor of the pin-up" and is known for creating a new archetype of woman in his paintings: slender, elegant, with a swanlike neck and wide, longing eyes. This signature style saw him paint approximately 3,000 portraits, including prominent figures such as Liane de Pougy and Nadine, the future Baroness of Rothschild.

Beyond painting, Jean-Gabriel Domergue's influence extended to fashion. He collaborated with notable couturiers like Paul Poiret and Henry Marque, designing dresses, hats, and accessories. His role in shaping the fashion of his era was significant, reflecting his deep understanding of elegance and style.

Later in his life, Domergue also served as the curator of the Jacquemart-André Museum in Paris from 1955 until his passing in 1962. His tenure saw remarkable exhibitions featuring the works of Van Gogh, Toulouse-Lautrec, Goya, and others, including a tribute to his own master, Giovanni Boldini. Jean-Gabriel Domergue's contributions to art and culture earned him accolades, including being made a Knight of the Legion of Honour and a Fellow of the Academy of Fine Arts.

A notable aspect of Jean-Gabriel Domergue's legacy is the Villa Domergue in Cannes, a historic mansion he built. This villa was turned into a museum in his honor from 1962 to 1973 and is currently used as an official venue by the city of Cannes. It is recognized as an official historical monument and plays a role during the Cannes Film Festival.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Jean-Gabriel Domergue's work represents a unique blend of classic beauty and modern elegance. His paintings offer a window into the Parisian high society of the early 20th century and continue to be a source of inspiration and fascination. To stay informed about sales, auction events, and updates related to Jean-Gabriel Domergue, consider signing up for updates. This ensures access to the latest opportunities to engage with and appreciate the work of this influential French artist​​​​​​.

Date and place of birt:4 march 1889, Bordeaux, France
Date and place of death:16 november 1962, Paris, France
Nationality:France
Period of activity: XX century
Specialization:Artist, Painter, Portraitist, Posterist
Genre:Genre Portrait, Nude art, Portrait
Art style:Modern art, Pin-up, Post War Art
Technique:Gouache, Oil, Oil on canvas

Creators France

Suzanne Ramié (1905 - 1974)
Suzanne Ramié
1905 - 1974
Léon Emile Caille (1836 - 1907)
Léon Emile Caille
1836 - 1907
Suzanne Duchamp-Crotti (1889 - 1963)
Suzanne Duchamp-Crotti
1889 - 1963
Léon Matthieu Cochereau (1793 - 1817)
Léon Matthieu Cochereau
1793 - 1817
Étienne Hajdú (1907 - 1996)
Étienne Hajdú
1907 - 1996
Paul Robert Baze (1901 - 1985)
Paul Robert Baze
1901 - 1985
Pierre-Paul Sevin (1646 - 1710)
Pierre-Paul Sevin
1646 - 1710
Jean-Demosthene Dugourc (1749 - 1825)
Jean-Demosthene Dugourc
1749 - 1825
Yves Klein (1928 - 1962)
Yves Klein
1928 - 1962
Alfred Pellan (1906 - 1988)
Alfred Pellan
1906 - 1988
María Gutiérrez Blanchard (1881 - 1932)
María Gutiérrez Blanchard
1881 - 1932
William Watts (1752 - 1851)
William Watts
1752 - 1851
Emile André Boisseau (1842 - 1923)
Emile André Boisseau
1842 - 1923
Francois Boisrond (1959)
Francois Boisrond
1959
 Olivier Mourgue (1939)
Olivier Mourgue
1939
Horst P. Horst (1906 - 1999)
Horst P. Horst
1906 - 1999

Creators Modern art

Mikhail Roginsky (1931 - 2004)
Mikhail Roginsky
1931 - 2004
Godfrey Thurston Hopkins (1913 - 2014)
Godfrey Thurston Hopkins
1913 - 2014
Charles Monnier (1925 - 1993)
Charles Monnier
1925 - 1993
Ehduard Mikhailovich Krimmer (1900 - 1974)
Ehduard Mikhailovich Krimmer
1900 - 1974
Edward Morgan Forster (1879 - 1970)
Edward Morgan Forster
1879 - 1970
Pierre Chareau (1883 - 1950)
Pierre Chareau
1883 - 1950
Johannes Hüppi (1965)
Johannes Hüppi
1965
Boris Iakovlevich Vorobev (1911 - 1990)
Boris Iakovlevich Vorobev
1911 - 1990
Julius Podlipny (1898 - 1991)
Julius Podlipny
1898 - 1991
John McLauchlan Milne (1885 - 1957)
John McLauchlan Milne
1885 - 1957
Jean Gérard Remlinger (1935)
Jean Gérard Remlinger
1935
Karl Geiser (1898 - 1957)
Karl Geiser
1898 - 1957
Georges d'Espangat (1870 - 1950)
Georges d'Espangat
1870 - 1950
Stefan Szczesny (1951)
Stefan Szczesny
1951
Ewald Wilhelm Mataré (1887 - 1965)
Ewald Wilhelm Mataré
1887 - 1965
Raoul Dufy (1877 - 1953)
Raoul Dufy
1877 - 1953
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