Cubism
A 20th-century art movement pioneered by Picasso and Braque, characterized by fragmented forms, multiple perspectives, and abstract geometric shapes.
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Overview
Origin
France
Historical Period
1907–1920s
Cultural Significance
Cubism, pioneered by Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque, was a groundbreaking movement that challenged traditional representation, influencing modern art and design.
Historical Timeline
1907
Picasso paints Les Demoiselles d'Avignon
1908-1912
Analytical Cubism period
1912-1914
Synthetic Cubism development
Techniques
Fragmentation of forms into geometric shapes
Multiple perspectives in a single composition
Muted color palettes with emphasis on form
Collage and mixed media in later phases
Cultural Context
Cubism, pioneered by Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque, was a groundbreaking movement that challenged traditional representation, influencing modern art and design.
Did You Know?
Cubism was revolutionary because it broke with traditional perspective, showing objects from multiple angles simultaneously to reflect the complexity of reality.