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पाब्लो पिकासो 1881–1973
स्पेनिश Born in मलागा क्यूबिज्म, अतियथार्थवाद Wikipedia in 32/32 languages
Cubist masters, in order
The most famous Cubist चित्रकार is पाब्लो पिकासो (1881–1973), known for गुएर्निका और ला वाई (जीवन). Next come George Braque, फ़र्नांद लेगर, जुआन ग्रिस और रॉबर्ट डेलाने. This ranking of the 47 most famous Cubist चित्रकार runs from Carl Newman (born 1858) to डिया अल-अज़्ज़ावी (born 1939), across 29 countries.
How this list is ranked. Artists whose works our catalogue files under Cubist, in the order of our fame ranking of artists. Artists without a Wikidata identifier born after 1955 are left out until verified. The Wikipedia figure next to each name is the number of our 32 languages in which Wikipedia has an article on the artist.
The essentials
Ranked, with their masterpieces
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स्पेनिश Born in मलागा क्यूबिज्म, अतियथार्थवाद Wikipedia in 32/32 languages
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फ्रांसीसी Born in अरझोनतोई ['फाविज़्म', 'क्यूबिज्म', 'विश्लेषणात्मक क्यूबिज्म', 'सिंथेटिक क्यूबिज्म'] Wikipedia in 31/32 languages
Key works · The 100 most famous works
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फ्रांसीसी Born in अर्गेंटन ['क्यूबिज्म', 'ट्यूबिज़्म', "सेक्शन डी'ओर", 'प्यूरिज़्म', 'दादावाद', 'रचनावाद'] Wikipedia in 27/32 languages
Key works · The 100 most famous works · फ़र्नांद लेगर के पुनरुत्पादन
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स्पेनिश Born in मद्रिद क्यूबिज्म, सिंथेटिक क्यूबिज्म, विश्लेषणात्मक क्यूबिज्म Wikipedia in 31/32 languages
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यूक्रेनी/रूसी Born in मास्को रचनावाद (Constructivism) Wikipedia in 26/32 languages
His journey began not within the hallowed halls of artistic academies – though he would later attend the Moscow School of Painting, Sculpture, and Architecture – but with the practical grounding of his father’s profession as a railway engineer and the literary inclinations of his mother. The ripples of his ideas were felt in Germany’s Bauhaus school, where similar explorations of form, function, and materials took place, as well as in various other forms of modern design.
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German-American Born in न्यूयॉर्क नगर Expressionism, Cubism Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
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यूक्रेनी-अमेरिकी Born in कीव घनवाद (Cubism), अग्रगामी (Avant-Garde) Wikipedia in 30/32 languages
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लिथुआनियाई-फ्रांसीसी-अमेरिकी Born in द्रुस्किनिनकाई घनवाद, क्रिस्टल घनवाद Wikipedia in 17/32 languages
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ब्रिटिश Born in बकिंघमशायर ['अमूर्त कला', 'घनवाद', 'रचनावाद'] Wikipedia in 13/32 languages
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फ्रांसीसी (French) Born in पेरिस घनवाद (Cubism), आर्ट डेको (Art Deco) Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
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रूसी Born in मेलेंकी ['सुप्रिमेटिज्म', 'क्यूबों-फ्यूचरिज्म', 'नव-आदिमवाद'] Wikipedia in 17/32 languages
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फ्रांसीसी Born in नांत ['नव-प्रभाववाद', 'फ़ॉविज़्म', 'घनवाद (क्यूबिज्म)', 'क्रिस्टल क्यूबिज्म'] Wikipedia in 22/32 languages
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रूसी Born in इवानोवो अवांट-गार्ड, रचनावाद Wikipedia in 19/32 languages
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American Figurative art, Cubism
Pinpointing specific artistic influences on Newman is complex, yet the echoes of European academic painting are clearly discernible in his early work. This can be seen in pieces like “ Abstract Flowers in Left,” where geometric forms and muted tones suggest a move away from purely representational art.
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फ्रांसीसी Born in ल मैंस घनवाद, प्रतीकवाद Wikipedia in 15/32 languages
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मैक्सिकन Born in वाहाका डे जुएरेज़ आलंकारिक अमूर्तता, अतियथार्थवाद Wikipedia in 16/32 languages
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Romanian Born in Iași ['Expressionism', 'Dadaism']
Segal’s formative years were spent in Romania, absorbing the artistic traditions of the region while simultaneously encountering the burgeoning avant-garde currents emanating from Berlin. A subsequent period in Paris and Italy allowed him to immerse himself in the vibrant artistic scene of the time, encountering the innovations of Post-Impressionism and early Modernism.
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अमेरिकी Born in बिअलीस्टोक घनवाद (Cubism), अभिव्यक्तिवाद (Expressionism) Wikipedia in 15/32 languages
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स्पेनिश Born in सैंतांदर घनवाद (Cubism), अभिव्यक्तिवाद (Expressionism) Wikipedia in 14/32 languages
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Spanish Born in Barcelona Cubism Wikipedia in 15/32 languages
Though he remained largely unrecognized by the mainstream during much of his lifetime, the historical significance of Julio González cannot be overstated.
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Polish-French Born in Warsaw Cubism, School of Paris, Impressionism Wikipedia in 11/32 languages
Marcoussis's contribution to Cubism is undeniable, though often overshadowed by Picasso and Braque. Collaboration With Miró: Marcoussis maintained a fruitful creative partnership with Joan Miró, exploring shared interests in Surrealism and experimenting with expressive abstraction. Despite his relatively modest output compared to Picasso or Braque, Louis Marcoussis’s artistic vision endured.
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French Born in Damville Cubism Wikipedia in 18/32 languages
Coming from a remarkably creative family—brothers Jacques Villon, Marcel Duchamp, and sister Suzanne Duchamp -Crotti all achieved prominence as artists—Raymond initially pursued medicine at the Sorbonne.
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French Cubism
As a founding member of the Hetek painting group, he stood at the forefront of a generation that sought to redefine Hungarian and European art through a lens of radical modernity.
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Mexican Cubism
His monumental murals, which adorned public spaces across Mexico, solidified his reputation as an artist capable of commanding large-scale narratives, while his smaller paintings offered a more intimate dialogue with the viewer. Through his death in 2013, a significant chapter of Mexican modernism closed, yet his legacy remains vibrant. Born in 1927 in the culturally rich landscape of Colima, Mexico, his life and work served as a bridge between the monumental social realism of the muralist movement and the fragmented, rhythmic beauty of Cubism.
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हंगेरियन Born in ज़लाइजर्सजग घनवाद और अतियथार्थवाद Wikipedia in 7/32 languages
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Hungarian Born in Budapest École de Paris, Cubism Wikipedia in 5/32 languages
Farkas’s artistic development during his time in Paris is particularly fascinating. The influence of André Salmon is particularly evident in Farkas’s later work. He became a significant figure within the École de Paris, an umbrella term encompassing artists from across Europe who flocked to the city seeking inspiration and recognition.
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British Born in London English Cubism Wikipedia in 6/32 languages
The evolution of Roberts’ work is inextricably linked to the historical tremors of his era. Whether depicting the quiet intimacy of a portrait, such as Sarah, or the bustling, structured chaos of street scenes like Les Routiers, he maintained a commitment to emotional depth. Throughout his long career, which spanned until 1980, Roberts earned prestigious recognition, including frequent exhibitions at the Royal Academy.
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नार्वेजियन Born in कोपेनहेगन ['प्रतीकवाद', 'अभिव्यक्तिवाद'] Wikipedia in 4/32 languages
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American Born in Eau Claire Cubism, Modernism Wikipedia in 3/32 languages
The watershed moment in his development arrived with the 1913 Armory Show in Chicago. There, he found a vibrant artistic community and forged crucial connections with Agnes and Helen Weinrich, sisters who had studied art in Europe; Agnes, in particular, played a vital role in refining his personal style. Gale facilitated an introduction to Dudley Crafts Watson at the Milwaukee Art Institute, providing Knaths with formal training and setting him on a course toward professional artistry.
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ग्रीक Born in एथेंस घनवाद (Cubism) Wikipedia in 6/32 languages
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Italian Born in Faenza Roman School; Archaic Style Wikipedia in 5/32 languages
Gentilini’s oeuvre is characterized by a striking stylistic approach—one that deliberately draws inspiration from pre- Renaissance Italian art. Textured Canvases: Perhaps Gentilini’s most distinctive technique involved incorporating sand and pigment onto his canvases—a method that resulted in surfaces imbued with palpable texture. Following World War II, Gentilini experienced considerable acclaim among private collectors—a testament to the enduring appeal of his understated aesthetic.
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स्कॉटिश Born in किलमार्नोक अभिव्यक्तिवाद (Expressionism) Wikipedia in 3/32 languages
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British Socialist Realism; New Realism Wikipedia in 1/32 languages
Born in the heart of Wimbledon, South London, to working-class parents, Clifford Rowe’s life was a profound tapestry woven from threads of social conviction and artistic mastery. As he navigated the turbulent economic landscapes marked by hunger marches and the global tremors of the Wall Street Crash, his art began to find its political voice. A pivotal moment occurred in 1930 when he traveled to the Soviet Union.
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Spanish Born in Milan Catalan Modernisme Wikipedia in 1/32 languages
Emilio Tadini was far more than a painter; he was a profound architect of meaning within the Italian cultural landscape. Born in Milan in 1927, his journey began not with a brush, but with the written word. A poet, novelist, and essayist, Tadini first emerged onto the prestigious literary stage in 1947 through Elio Vittorini's magazine, Politecnico.
The paintings behind the names
Through time
In figures
| फ़्रान्स | 6 |
|---|---|
| स्पेन | 4 |
| रूस | 3 |
| यूनाइटेड किंगडम | 3 |
| संयुक्त राज्य अमेरिका | 2 |
| युक्रेन | 2 |
| United Kingdom | 2 |
| Italy | 2 |
| 1850s | 1 |
|---|---|
| 1860s | 1 |
| 1870s | 7 |
| 1880s | 21 |
| 1890s | 9 |
| 1900s | 4 |
| 1910s | 1 |
| 1920s | 2 |
| 1930s | 1 |
All of them, in order
Your questions, answered
First place goes to पाब्लो पिकासो (#1); George Braque (#2) and फ़र्नांद लेगर (#3) complete the podium.
पाब्लो पिकासो (#1), George Braque (#2), फ़र्नांद लेगर (#3), जुआन ग्रिस (#4) और रॉबर्ट डेलाने (#5).
The women of this list (4): मैरी लॉरेंसिन (#12), ओल्गा रोजानोवा (#13), ल्युबोव सर्गेयेव्ना पोपोवा (#15) और मारिया ब्लांचर्ड (#25).
The highest-ranked चित्रकार born in फ़्रान्स are George Braque (#2), फ़र्नांद लेगर (#3), रॉबर्ट डेलाने (#5), मैरी लॉरेंसिन (#12) और जीन डोमिनिक एंटनी मेटिंजर (#14).
The highest-ranked living चित्रकार in this list are डिया अल-अज़्ज़ावी (#33).
Most चित्रकार in this list were born in the 1880s (21 of 47), between 1858 and 1939 overall.
The earliest-born चित्रकार in this list is Carl Newman (#16), born in 1858.
The museums holding the most key works of this list are MOMA - Museum of Modern Art (4), The Phillips Collection (3) और Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía (2).
फ़्रान्स: 6 of the 47 चित्रकार in this list were born there, then स्पेन (4) और रूस (3).
न्यूयॉर्क नगर: 2 of the चित्रकार in this list were born there.
Our catalogue holds 7,389 works by these चित्रकार. Each one can be ordered as a hand-painted oil reproduction or a print.
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