Raoul Dufy, "Wildflowers", 1953, 38x28cm, original lithograph and water-based stencil

Raoul Dufy was a painter who, building upon Fauvism, established his own light and decorative style, creating "paintings of happiness." In 20th-century French art, he was unique in that he pursued the beauty of color and design without being swayed by avant-garde movements such as Cubism and Surrealism. His influence extended not only to painting but also to decorative arts and design, and he is still loved by many people today.

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

1900 Moved to Paris and became interested in Impressionism and Post-Impressionism, beginning to interact with artists.

Collaborated with Albert Marquet.

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

1907 Dufy's painting style became clear with "Jeanne in Flowers," painted in light and bright colors.

1909 His work became lighter and more elegant, with added humor. Produced "Bois de Boulogne."

1910 Showed his talent in illustrations for 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 crowds depicted in a brightly shaded pictorial space. Also left behind watercolor works.

1958 Created his masterpiece "The Red Violin."

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

1953  Died.

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