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Aleksandra Andreevna Povorina (Russian: Александра Андреевна Поворина), married Ahlers-Hestermann, was a Russian and German modernist painter.
Aleksandra was born in the family of a St. Petersburg civil servant, in 1913 she went to Paris, where she studied at the Russian Academy of M. Vasilieva, joined the circle of artists of the Paris School, became interested in the art of Cézanne and Matisse. In Paris she met the artist from Hamburg Friedrich Ahlers-Hestermann (1883-1973), who became her husband. With the outbreak of World War I, the family moved to Hamburg.
Since 1915 the artist created semi-abstract paintings, participated in group exhibitions at the Commeter Gallery, was a member of the newly created Hamburg Secession with her husband. Under the influence of Paul Cézanne and Henri Matisse, she developed a spiritual-abstract art.
In 1934, the National Socialists who came to power in Germany banned Aleksandra and Friedrich any activity, and abstract paintings Povorina were recognized as degenerate. At that time the artist took up textile design, creating abstract patterns for fabrics, at the same time a series of black and white graphic ink drawings were created. During the war, many of the artist's works were destroyed.
After the end of World War II, Aleksandra took a teaching position at the Weissensee Higher Art School in Berlin, creating abstract collages. After her death, her daughter, textile, mosaic and glass artist Tatjana Ahlers-Hestermann, completed some of her works.
Paul Gauguin, a French artist born in Paris in 1848, is renowned for his significant contributions to Post-Impressionism, Primitivism, and Synthetism. Gauguin's art is distinguished by his experimental use of color and style, which set him apart from the traditional Impressionist movement.
Gauguin's early life was marked by a period in Peru, which influenced his artistic perspective. Initially, he pursued a career in stockbroking but soon turned to art, driven by financial necessity and a growing passion. His artistic journey began under the mentorship of Impressionist artist Camille Pissarro and through exposure to the works of other avant-garde artists.
The hallmark of Gauguin's work is his exploration of non-Western cultures, particularly during his time in Tahiti and the Marquesas Islands. This period saw the creation of some of his most famous works, including "Where Do We Come From? What Are We? Where Are We Going?" His paintings from this era, characterized by vivid colors and Symbolist themes, reflect a fusion of cultural influences and his quest for a "primitive" expression of spiritual and emotional states.
Despite his innovative style, Gauguin struggled with financial difficulties and health issues throughout his life. His work received little recognition during his lifetime, but posthumously, he gained acclaim for influencing modern artists like Pablo Picasso and Henri Matisse.
Today, Gauguin's works are celebrated in galleries and museums worldwide for their unique blend of cultural influences and artistic innovation. His enduring legacy is a testament to his unique vision and the profound impact he had on the art world.
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