Portrait De Hélène Marre (1923)
Technique: Giclée quality print
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On display at our gallery is the captivating "Portrait De Hélène Marre" by the renowned French artist, Robert Delaunay. Created in 1923, this compelling piece exhibits Delaunay's unique approach to color and form, characterizing the bold advances of the early 20th-century European art movements.The painting features Hélène Marre, a distinguished figure draped in a strikingly patterned jacket that boasts geometric shapes and vibrant contrasts of red, black, and white. Her expression, pensive and somewhat enigmatic, draws viewers into a silent dialogue, inviting contemplation about her thoughts and the era she embodies. The background is minimalistic, painted in soothing shades of blue that enhance the subject's dramatic attire and contemplative mood.Delaunay's masterful use of color and confident brushwork contribute to the dynamic yet intimate atmosphere of the portrait. This work not only highlights his skill as a portrait artist but also encapsulates his contribution to the development of Orphism, an art movement noted for its strong colors and geometric shapes."Portrait De Hélène Marre" is a testament to Delaunay's artistic legacy and a beautiful example of modernist portraiture.
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Robert Delaunay was a French artist who, with his wife Sonia Delaunay and others, co-founded the Orphism art movement, noted for its use of strong colours and geometric shapes.
Robert was born on April 12, 1885, in Paris. In 1902, after secondary education, he apprenticed in a studio for theater sets in Belleville. In 1903 he started painting and by 1904 was exhibiting.