About The Artist
Fernand Léger (1881–1955) was a French painter, sculptor, and filmmaker, recognized as one of the leading figures of Cubism and a pioneer of modern art. Born in Argentan, France, Léger initially trained as an architect before turning to painting. His early work was heavily influenced by Cubism, ...
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Fernand Leger lithograph "Elements sur un fond bleu"
Artist: Fernand Leger
Price:
$400.00
Medium: Prints
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Creation Date: 1949
Materials: lithograph
Dimensions: 9" x 6"
Condition: Condition: there is age-toning to the margins and minor creasing.
Finish: Unframed
About the Item: Medium: lithograph (after the painting). Printed in 1949 by Mourlot Freres and published by the Musee National d’Art Moderne in Paris for a rare Leger exhibition catalogue. Size: 8 1/2 x 6 1/4 inches (213 x 155 mm). Signed in the plate; not hand-signed.
Condition: there is age-toning to the margins and minor creasing.
Condition: there is age-toning to the margins and minor creasing.
About The Artist
Fernand Léger (1881–1955) was a French painter, sculptor, and filmmaker, recognized as one of the leading figures of Cubism and a pioneer of modern art. Born in Argentan, France, Léger initially trained as an architect before turning to painting. His early work was heavily influenced by Cubism, but he developed a distinct style characterized by bold, geometric forms, and vibrant colors, often depicting industrial and mechanical subjects. Léger's fascination with modern life and technology led him to explore themes of urbanization and the machine age, making his work a celebration of modernity.
Throughout his career, Léger experimented with various mediums, including film, tapestry, and ceramics, and was also involved in set design and murals. His contributions to art extended beyond his own work; he was an influential teacher and thinker, shaping the direction of modern art in the 20th century. Today, Léger is remembered for his unique ability to blend the aesthetics of Cubism with the dynamism of modern life, leaving a lasting impact on the evolution of abstract and avant-garde art.
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