Paul Cezanne and his art
February 26th 2007 08:49
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Paul Cezanne (1839 -1906) was the son of a wealthy banker and grew up with Emile Zola: his early artistic genius did not impress his father but Paul was sent to Art School in Paris meeting that esteemed circle of artists such as Manet, Degas, Monet and Renoir.
He very quickly moved to painting in the open air.
His landscape paintings are a complete contrast to his still lifes and some of his techniques display an individual flair. He could also do portraits and people.
His style of brushwork in his landscapes is easily detected and his works are prolific.
He managed to escape the restrictions of Impressionism although this style is recognisable in his works.
There is much debate about the style he actually represents but many regard him as the father of modern art.
Skull
This is one of my favourites.
Another skull - another favourtie of mine.
Blue vase - I find the blueness of the vase quite riveting.
This landscape is capturing in its contrasting greenness
The bathers - one view
Apples - This , to me is perfection, just look at how real those apples look and the exquisite materials in the background - top marks for this
Portrait - just look at the sheen in the dress, particularly the skirt.
A turn in the road is such a simple concept but it works so well, I love it
The card players is so very real
There are so many more I'd like to introduce you to. But this is just a microcosm of his vast body of work.
I hope it gives you as much pleasure as it has given me.
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