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Van Dongen, Kees
A Dutch painter who was a central figure in Fauvism and captured the lavish side of the Parisian 'belle époque'.
Short Biography
Van Dongen, Kees was born on January 26, 1877, in Delfshaven, Netherlands. He settled in Paris and became a prominent painter of Fauvism, famous for his powerful colors and expressive portraits. His work, which pushed the boundaries of colour, was crucial to the early avant-garde. Later, his style evolved into a more decorative and worldly approach, but his early Fauvist period is of great importance to modern art.
Connection to the Book World
Van Dongen was an active illustrator who used lithography and etching, often for satirical and literary magazines, as well as for illustrated books. His contribution lies in the application of Fauvist expression to the graphic arts and the book medium, particularly in his early, raw work. He illustrated 'Les Mille et Une Nuits', among others.
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Rare Books, Living Legacies Rare Books, Living Legacies
We specialize in rare, illustrated editions from the avant-garde movements.
 Every book is accompanied by high-quality visuals, detailed reports, and scholarly context.
Paris | 1931 | Japon nacré
€360
AUTHORS · AUTHORS
Rare Books, Living Legacies Rare Books, Living Legacies
We specialize in rare, illustrated editions from the avant-garde movements.
 Every book is accompanied by high-quality visuals, detailed reports, and scholarly context.
Paris | 1931 | Japon nacré
€360
AUTHORS · AUTHORS
Rare Books, Living Legacies Rare Books, Living Legacies
We specialize in rare, illustrated editions from the avant-garde movements.
 Every book is accompanied by high-quality visuals, detailed reports, and scholarly context.
Paris | 1931 | Japon nacré
€360
AUTHORS · AUTHORS
Rare Books, Living Legacies Rare Books, Living Legacies
We specialize in rare, illustrated editions from the avant-garde movements.
 Every book is accompanied by high-quality visuals, detailed reports, and scholarly context.
Paris | 1931 | Japon nacré
€360
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