Fernand Léger
French painter (1881–1956)
Fernand Léger (born Joseph Fernand Henri Léger, 4 February 1881 – 17 August 1955) was a French painter, sculptor, and filmmaker. In his early works he created a personal form of cubism which he gradually changed into a more popular figurative style. His boldly simplified treatment of modern subject matter made him a forerunner of pop art.
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![]() Fernand Léger photographed by Carl Van Vechten, 1936 | |
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Died | August 17, 1955 | (aged 74)
Nationality | French |
Known for | Painting, printmaking and filmmaking |
Movement | Tubism Cubism Modernism |
His personal style was called "tubism" because it was influenced by cubism, but used tube-like forms.