Cubist Landscape

Johann Walter-Kurau

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Movement:
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Cubism
key Notes:
Geometric abstraction, fragmented perspective.
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Oil on canvas
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Cubist Landscape by Johann Walter-Kurau

"Cubist Landscape" by Johann Walter-Kurau is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the artist's engagement with the Cubist movement. Although the exact date of creation is unknown, the work reflects the early 20th-century shift towards abstraction and geometric forms. Walter-Kurau, originally from Latvia, was an influential figure in the Baltic art scene, contributing significantly to the dissemination of modernist ideas in the region. His work often explored the interplay between form and color, aligning with the broader Cubist ethos of deconstructing and reassembling visual reality. The painting's historical impact lies in its representation of the cross-cultural exchange of artistic ideas during a period of rapid innovation in European art. Walter-Kurau's legacy is marked by his role in bridging traditional and avant-garde art practices, influencing subsequent generations of artists in Latvia and beyond.

Description of the work:

"Cubist Landscape" by Johann Walter-Kurau is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the Cubist style through its fragmented depiction of natural forms. The artwork employs geometric shapes and a muted color palette to reinterpret the traditional landscape genre.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Cubist Landscape