Nude in a Chair (1915) by Matthew Smith

Nude in a Chair - Matthew Smith - 1915

Artwork Information

TitleNude in a Chair
ArtistMatthew Smith
Date1915
Art MovementFauvism

About Nude in a Chair

The artwork, titled “Nude in a Chair,” was created by Matthew Smith in 1915, and belongs to the Fauvism art movement. The genre of the artwork is that of a nude painting (nu).

The artwork presents a study in vivid and expressive colors, characteristic of the Fauvism movement. The painting portrays a nude figure seated on a chair, with the use of bold, contrasting colors and dynamic brushstrokes. The figure is rendered in a manner that emphasizes form and color over realistic detail, contributing to the overall impressionistic and emotive quality of the piece. Yellow, red, blue, and green hues dominate the composition, with the sitter’s form integrated into the color scheme in a way that evokes both energy and a sense of contemplation. The background elements are similarly presented in a stylized manner, further emphasizing the Fauvist ethos of expressionism through color and shape.

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