Lot n° 427
Estimation :
100 - 150
EUR
FOUJITA Tsuguharu (Edogama, 1886 - Zurich, 1968), (after). - Lot 427
FOUJITA Tsuguharu (Edogama, 1886 - Zurich, 1968), (after).
"Public execution".
Polychrome engraving.
Signed in the motif.
Sight size: 23x17 cm.
Tsuguharu Foujita, born Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita on November 27, 1886 in Edogawa, Japan, and died on January 29, 1968 in Zurich, was a Franco-Japanese painter and printmaker. He is often considered one of the most emblematic artists of the École de Paris. Foujita moved to Paris in 1913, where he quickly gained notoriety for his unique style, which fuses elements of traditional Japanese painting with Western influences. He is particularly renowned for his portraits of women, often depicted with delicate features and subtle use of light. His work is distinguished by the use of whitewash, a technique that enables him to create soft, luminous effects in his works.
During the 1920s, Foujita became a central figure on the Paris art scene, appreciated for his originality and exoticism. He was also involved in the art movement of the time, participating in numerous exhibitions and collaborating with other influential artists. His work had a significant impact on the perception of Japanese art in Europe and helped build bridges between cultures.
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