Georges Braque

Georges Braque, a French painter born on May 13, 1882, in Argenteuil, played a pivotal role in the development of Cubism alongside Pablo Picasso. Initially influenced by Fauvism, Braque's collaboration with Picasso from 1908 to 1914 led to the creation of a revolutionary visual language characterized by fragmented forms and multiple perspectives. His work during this period, such as "Violin and Candlestick" (1910), exemplifies the analytical phase of Cubism. After serving in World War I, Braque continued to evolve his style, incorporating elements of collage and texture into his paintings. He remained an influential figure in modern art until his death on August 31, 1963, in Paris, leaving behind a legacy that profoundly shaped 20th-century art.