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Auguste Herbin

Auguste Herbin was a French painter, celebrated for his contributions to modern art, particularly within the realms of Cubism and abstract painting. Born on April 29, 1882, in Quiévy, Nord, France, Herbin's artistic journey took a significant turn after he moved to Paris in 1903. Initially influenced by Impressionism and Post-Impressionism, his style evolved significantly after 1909 when he became acquainted with Cubism, a movement that significantly influenced his work thereafter. By 1917, Herbin was fully immersed in creating abstract compositions, pioneering a unique blend of geometric abstraction that became his signature style. His abstract work, characterized by simple geometric shapes and vivid, unmodulated colors, adhered to a personal theory of art he detailed in his 1949 book, "L'Art non-figuratif, non-objectif"​​.

Herbin's influence extended beyond his paintings; he was a co-founder of the groups Abstraction-Création and Salon des Réalités Nouvelles, advocating for non-figurative abstract art. Despite facing a significant challenge in 1953, when he became paralyzed on the right side and had to adapt by painting with his left hand, Herbin continued to create art until his passing on January 31, 1960, in Paris. His unfinished work, themed around the word "Fin," marks the poignant end of his prolific career​​.

Today, Herbin's works are housed in prestigious public collections worldwide, including the Museum de Fundatie in Zwolle, The Netherlands; Kröller-Müller Museum in Otterlo, The Netherlands; National Galleries of Scotland; Matisse Museum in Le Cateau-Cambrésis, France; and the KUNSTEN Museum of Modern Art Aalborg in Denmark, among others​​. These institutions celebrate Herbin's legacy, showcasing his innovative approach to abstract art that continues to inspire artists and collectors alike.

For enthusiasts and collectors interested in modern art and the evolution of abstract painting, Auguste Herbin's works offer a rich exploration of geometric abstraction and its theoretical underpinnings. Sign up for updates on new product sales and auction events related to Auguste Herbin, and delve deeper into the vibrant world of one of France's pioneering abstract artists.

Date and place of birt:29 april 1882, Quiévy, France
Date and place of death:31 january 1960, Paris, France
Nationality:France
Period of activity: XIX, XX century
Specialization:Artist, Painter, Sculptor
Art school / group:Salon d'Automne
Art style:Abstract art, Cubism, Geometric abstraction, Modern art, Post-Impressionism, Post War Art

Creators France

Eugène Galien-Laloue (1854 - 1941)
Eugène Galien-Laloue
1854 - 1941
Olaf Helliesen Lange (1875 - 1965)
Olaf Helliesen Lange
1875 - 1965
Séraphine Louis (1864 - 1942)
Séraphine Louis
1864 - 1942
Georges Vantongerloo (1886 - 1965)
Georges Vantongerloo
1886 - 1965
Louis Devedeux (1820 - 1874)
Louis Devedeux
1820 - 1874
Árpád Szenes (1897 - 1985)
Árpád Szenes
1897 - 1985
Paul Cézanne (1839 - 1906)
Paul Cézanne
1839 - 1906
Jean-Baptiste Pillement (1728 - 1808)
Jean-Baptiste Pillement
1728 - 1808
Raymond Duchamp-Villon (1876 - 1918)
Raymond Duchamp-Villon
1876 - 1918
Gilbert Poillerat (1902 - 1988)
Gilbert Poillerat
1902 - 1988
Edward Reginald Frampton (1872 - 1923)
Edward Reginald Frampton
1872 - 1923
Nicolas Mignard (1606 - 1668)
Nicolas Mignard
1606 - 1668
Jean-Baptiste Belin de Fontenay (1653 - 1715)
Jean-Baptiste Belin de Fontenay
1653 - 1715
Louisa Courtauld (1729 - 1807)
Louisa Courtauld
1729 - 1807
Ilia Mikhailovich Zdanevich (1894 - 1975)
Ilia Mikhailovich Zdanevich
1894 - 1975
Anna Beothy-Steiner (1902 - 1985)
Anna Beothy-Steiner
1902 - 1985

Creators Abstract art

Martial Raysse (1936)
Martial Raysse
1936
Tschang-Yeul Kim (1929 - 2021)
Tschang-Yeul Kim
1929 - 2021
Franz Bernhard (1934 - 2013)
Franz Bernhard
1934 - 2013
Vasilii Sergeevich Pavlenko (1924 - 1976)
Vasilii Sergeevich Pavlenko
1924 - 1976
George Segal (1924 - 2000)
George Segal
1924 - 2000
Théo Kerg (1909 - 1993)
Théo Kerg
1909 - 1993
Zoe Longfield (1924 - 2013)
Zoe Longfield
1924 - 2013
Fiona Rae (1963)
Fiona Rae
1963
Niko Kralj (1920 - 2013)
Niko Kralj
1920 - 2013
Carlo Zauli (1926 - 2002)
Carlo Zauli
1926 - 2002
Jemmy van Hoboken (1900 - 1962)
Jemmy van Hoboken
1900 - 1962
Beate Kuhn (1927 - 2015)
Beate Kuhn
1927 - 2015
Pedro Figari (1861 - 1938)
Pedro Figari
1861 - 1938
Louis Cane (1943)
Louis Cane
1943
Frida Kahlo (1907 - 1954)
Frida Kahlo
1907 - 1954
William Wauer (1866 - 1962)
William Wauer
1866 - 1962