María Gutiérrez Blanchard (1881 - 1932)

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María Gutiérrez Blanchard

María Blanchard (born María Gutiérrez-Cueto y Blanchard) was a Spanish painter, renowned for her distinctive approach to Cubism. Born in Santander in 1881, Blanchard's early life was marked by challenges, including a physical disability due to a congenital condition. Despite these obstacles, she pursued her passion for art, studying under notable teachers in Madrid before moving to Paris, where she immersed herself in the avant-garde scene. Blanchard's work was characterized by her innovative Cubist style, which she developed through interactions with prominent Cubist artists like Juan Gris. Her paintings, such as "The Lighthouse" and "Still Life with Red Lamp," exemplify her ability to blend geometric abstraction with expressive color and form.

Throughout her career, Blanchard faced personal and financial hardships, yet she continued to evolve artistically, exploring themes of melancholy and isolation. Her significant contributions to Cubism and modern art were recognized in her lifetime, with her works exhibited in major venues and collected by institutions. Blanchard's legacy as a pioneering female artist in the early 20th-century art world endures, with her paintings held in prestigious collections, including the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Reina Sofia Museum in Madrid​​​.

For art collectors and enthusiasts, Blanchard's work represents not only an important chapter in the history of Cubism but also the resilience and creativity of an artist who overcame significant personal challenges to leave a lasting mark on the world of art. To stay updated on exhibitions and sales related to María Blanchard's work, sign up for updates. This subscription ensures you're informed about new product sales and auction events dedicated to Blanchard's influential and captivating artwork.

Date and place of birt:6 march 1881, Santander, Spain
Date and place of death:5 april 1932, Paris, France
Nationality:Spain, France
Period of activity: XIX, XX century
Specialization:Artist, Painter
Art school / group:School of Paris
Genre:Allegory, Portrait
Art style:Cubism

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Emilio Sánchez Perrier (1855 - 1907)
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Fernando Tirado (1862 - 1907)
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Juan de Mesa (1583 - 1627)
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Nicholas Alperis (1865 - 1928)
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Ulpiano Cheka (1860 - 1916)
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Anthonis Mor (1519 - 1576)
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Raimundo de Madrazo y Garreta (1841 - 1920)
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Miguel Angel Campano (1948 - 2018)
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Enrique Simonet Lombardo (1866 - 1927)
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Xavier Oriach (1927)
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Giuseppe Recco (1634 - 1695)
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1634 - 1695
Gaspar Kams (1874 - 1942)
Gaspar Kams
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Creators Cubism

Richard Lindner (1901 - 1978)
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Jean Pougny (1892 - 1956)
Jean Pougny
1892 - 1956
Alexander Mohr (1892 - 1974)
Alexander Mohr
1892 - 1974
Henry Fitch Taylor (1853 - 1925)
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Mirko Basaldella (1910 - 1969)
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1910 - 1969
Romare Bearden (1911 - 1988)
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1911 - 1988
Israel Aryevich Feinsilberg (1893 - 1942)
Israel Aryevich Feinsilberg
1893 - 1942
Mauro Reggiani (1897 - 1980)
Mauro Reggiani
1897 - 1980
Evie Sydney Hone (1894 - 1955)
Evie Sydney Hone
1894 - 1955
Henri Hayden (1883 - 1970)
Henri Hayden
1883 - 1970
Alberto Giacometti (1901 - 1966)
Alberto Giacometti
1901 - 1966
Francis de Erdely (1904 - 1959)
Francis de Erdely
1904 - 1959
Jean Lambert-Rucki (1888 - 1967)
Jean Lambert-Rucki
1888 - 1967
Julio González (1876 - 1942)
Julio González
1876 - 1942
Cristoforo De Amicis (1902 - 1987)
Cristoforo De Amicis
1902 - 1987
Armand Schönberger (1885 - 1974)
Armand Schönberger
1885 - 1974
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