Fauvist (Noun)
Meaning
A member of a group of French painters who followed fauvism.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- Maurice de Vlaminck was a key figure among the Fauvist group of early twentieth-century painters.
- Kees van Dongen, a Fauvist from the Netherlands, created many iconic works in this style.
- In Paris, Matisse's home studio was the hub for gatherings of other Fauvists who admired his art.
- With vibrant color schemes and wild brushwork, Fauvist painters stood in bold opposition to established techniques.
- Chaim Soutine's close associations with André Derain helped foster the impressionist aspects that sometimes conflicted with traditional Fauvist aims.