Portrait De Madame Mandel (1923)
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## Portrait De Madame Mandel by Robert Delaunay (1923)This captivating work by Robert Delaunay, titled *, presents a striking representation of Madame Mandel enveloped in a costume of vivid colors and geometrical complexity. Delaunay, renowned for his role in developing the Orphism art movement, employs a vibrant palette and dynamic shapes to convey a sense of movement and depth within this portrait.Madame Mandel is portrayed with an introspective gaze, lending a contemplative quality to the artwork. The influence of Cubism is unmistakable in the fragmented and angular forms that compose her attire and the surrounding space, highlighting Delaunay's fascination with color and form. Her dress and accessories, characterized by their sharp edges and bold color blocks, contrast dramatically with the soft, muted background, drawing the viewer's focus entirely to her.The blending of vivid blues, greens, reds, and yellows not only accentuates the dimensional quality of the painting but also reflects Delaunay's interest in the interplay of light and its effects on color. This portrait is not only a depiction of a person but is also an exploration of the visual and emotive power of color.
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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.