Raoul Dufy <Spring Flowers> 1953 28x38cm Original lithograph & water-based stencil

Raoul Dufy was a painter who, building on Fauvism, established his own unique light and decorative style, creating "paintings that evoke happiness." In 20th-century French art, he was unique in that he was not swayed by avant-garde movements such as Cubism and Surrealism, but instead pursued the beauty of color and design. His influence extended not only to painting but also to the fields of decorative arts and design, and he continues to be loved by many people today.

1877 Born and raised in Le Havre, France, where he attended art school.

1900 Moved to Paris, became interested in Impressionism and Post-Impressionism, and began interacting with artists.

Collaborated with Albert Marquet.

1905 Encountered Matisse's "Luxe, Calme et Volupté" (painted in 1904) and at that point decided to break away from Impressionism.

1907 Painted "Jeanne in Flowers" with light and bright colors, solidifying Dufy's painting style.

1909 His work became more lighthearted, with added grace and humor. Created "Bois de Boulogne."

1910 Demonstrated his talent in illustrating literary works such as Apollinaire's "Le Bestiaire ou Cortège d'Orphée."

1911 Showed interest in decorative arts and established a textile decoration company with Paul Poiret.

1945 After World War II, his paintings reached their final style, characterized by depicting crowds in a painting space with light and dark shades of color. He also left behind watercolor works.

1958 Created his masterpiece "The Red Violin."

1952 Awarded the Grand Prize for Painting at the 26th Venice Biennale.

1953 Passed away.

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