Raoul Dufy

Style: Naive Art / Primitivism; Fauvism; Cubism; Post-Impressionism;

Place: Le Havre

Born: 1877

Death: 1953

Biography:

Early Life and Training

, a French Fauvist painter, was born on June 3, 1877, in Le Havre, Normandy. He left school at the age of fourteen to work in a coffee-importing company. In 1895, he started taking evening classes in art at Le Havre's École des Beaux-Arts, where he met Raimond Lecourt and Othon Friesz, with whom he later shared a studio in Montmartre.

Artistic Style and Influences

Dufy developed a colorful, decorative style that became fashionable for designs of ceramics, textiles, and public buildings. He was influenced by the Impressionist landscape painters, such as Claude Monet and Camille Pissarro. His first exhibition took place in 1901 at the Exhibition of French Artists.

Notable Works and Collaborations

* The Thoroughbred (45 x 53 cm, Naive Art / Primitivism, Oil On Canvas) is a notable painting by Dufy, showcasing his unique style. * In 1904, he worked with Albert Marquet in Fecamp on the English Channel (La Manche). * Dufy's collaboration with Henri Matisse's Luxe, Calme et Volupté in 1905 was a revelation to the young artist, directing his interests towards Fauvism.

Awards and Legacy

* In 1952, Dufy received the grand prize for painting at the 26th Venice Biennale. * His work can be found in various museums, including those with The Museum Royal Collection (United Kingdom), which is one of the largest and most important art collections in the world.

Health Issues and Death

Dufy's health declined due to rheumatoid arthritis, and he passed away on March 23, 1953, at Forcalquier, France. He was buried near Matisse in the Cimiez Monastery Cemetery in Cimiez, a suburb of Nice.

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