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Fernand Léger

1881–1955

Les Objets à Réaction Poetique 1931–6
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Biography

Joseph Fernand Henri Léger (French pronunciation: [fɛʁnɑ̃ leʒe]; February 4, 1881 – August 17, 1955) was a French painter, sculptor, and filmmaker. In his early works he created a personal form of cubism (known as "tubism") which he gradually modified into a more figurative, populist style. His boldly simplified treatment of modern subject matter has caused him to be regarded as a forerunner of pop art.

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Artworks

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  • Fernand Léger Leaves and Shell

    1927
    On display at Tate Modern part of Artist and Society
  • Fernand Léger Keys (Composition)

    1928
  • Fernand Léger Playing Card and Pipe

    1928
  • Fernand Léger The King of Hearts

    1949
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  • Fernand Léger, Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Jeanneret Les Objets à Réaction Poetique

    1931–6
  • Fernand Léger Two Women Holding Flowers

    1954
    On display at Tate Modern part of Artist and Society
  • Fernand Léger Still Life with a Beer Mug

    1921–2
  • Fernand Léger The Acrobat and his Partner

    1948
    On display at Tate Modern part of Media Networks
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  • R.B. Kitaj Mort

    1966
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  • Saloua Raouda Choucair Composition in Blue Module

    1947–51

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