Mayde Feruhhan

Place: Istanbul

Born: 1907

Death: 1997

Biography:

Mayde Feruhhan, also known as Maide Arel, was a Turkish-born Armenian painter who is renowned for her work in abstract and stylized figures, similar to Cubism, often in dull colors. Born in 1907, she studied at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University and graduated in 1935.

Early Career and Influences

During her early career, Mayde Feruhhan's first period of paintings were primarily landscapes. However, after her return to Europe, her work changed to abstraction. Between 1945 until 1950, she lived in Paris and studied in workshops with André Lhote, Fernand Léger, and Jean Metzinger.

Artistic Style and Notable Works

Mayde Feruhhan's artistic style is characterized by her use of abstract and stylized figures, often in dull colors. Her work can be compared to that of other notable artists such as Paul Cezanne, who is known for his Post-Impressionism paintings like Lake Annecy and View of Auvers. Mayde Feruhhan's work can be found on Wikioo.org, where her abstract and stylized figures are showcased.

Museums and Collections

Mayde Feruhhan's work is part of several notable museums and collections, including the Widener University Art Collection and Gallery. The Widener University Art Collection and Gallery features works by numerous notable artists, including Norm Sartorius, Nancy Graves, and Angelica Kauffman (Maria Anna Angelika).

• Mayde Feruhhan's work is characterized by her use of abstract and stylized figures, often in dull colors.
• Her artistic style can be compared to that of other notable artists such as Paul Cezanne.
• Mayde Feruhhan's work can be found on Wikioo.org.
• Her work is part of several notable museums and collections, including the Widener University Art Collection and Gallery.

Mayde Feruhhan passed away on February 9, 1997, and is buried in Istanbul, Turkey. Her legacy lives on through her abstract and stylized figures, which continue to inspire artists and art enthusiasts alike. For more information about Mayde Feruhhan and other notable artists, visit Wikioo.org.