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Винсент Ван Гог 1853–1890
Нидерландски Born: Зюндерт Пост-импресионизъм Wikipedia: 32/32 languages
Reference list · Post-impressionist
Винсент Ван Гог (1853–1890) is the most famous Post-impressionist artist in this list; notable works include Слънчогледи and Звездна нощ (Ню Йорк, MoMA). Ranks 2 to 5: Пол Сезан, Пол Гоген, Анри дьо Тулуз-Лотрек and Пол Синяк. The list records 88 artists born between 1828 (George Henry) and 1928 (Yuri Ivanovych Khymych) in 34 countries.
Method. Scope: artists whose works the encyclopedia records under Post-impressionist. Ranking: the encyclopedia's fame ranking of artists. Artists born after 1955 without a Wikidata identifier are excluded pending verification. Wikipedia: number of the encyclopedia's 32 languages with an article on the artist.
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Нидерландски Born: Зюндерт Пост-импресионизъм Wikipedia: 32/32 languages
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Френска Born: Екс ан Прованс Постимпресионизъм Wikipedia: 32/32 languages
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Френска Born: Париж ['Постимпресионизъм', 'Символизъм', 'Синтетизъм', 'Примитивизъм'] Wikipedia: 32/32 languages
The White Horse (1898). Откъде идваме? Какво сме? Къде отиваме? The Loss of Virginity (известна още като The Awakening of Spring). Vairumati, 1892. Две жени на плажа, 1891. Таитянски жени, къпещи се, 1891. Автопортрет с шапка, 1893.
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Френска Born: Алби Постимпресионизъм Wikipedia: 31/32 languages
His posters, advertising performers like Jane Avril and Yvette Guilbert, were not merely promotional materials; they were works of art in their own right, instantly recognizable for their dynamic compositions and striking imagery. He is considered one of the key Post-Impressionist painters alongside Cézanne, Van Gogh, Gauguin, and Seurat.
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Френска Born: Париж Нео-импресионизъм, Полентализъм Wikipedia: 29/32 languages
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Френска Born: Фонтене о Роз Постимпресионизъм, Интимизъм, Наби Wikipedia: 27/32 languages
Woman in Checkered Dress (1890): Ранен пример за негов стил Наби, демонстриращ заоблени форми и смели цветови комбинации. The Dining Room (1913): Типична интимна сцена, улавяща топлината и интимността на домакинството. Bowl of Fruit (c. 1933): Демонстрира неговото майсторство в жанра "натюрморт", с ярки цветове и усещане за сияйна дълбочина.
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Френски Born: Лил Постимпрерианизъм; Клоисоннизм; Синтетизъм Wikipedia: 28/32 languages
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Френски Born: Куашо Набиз Wikipedia: 23/32 languages
Misia et Vallotton à Villeneuve (1899). Салонът на мадам Арон (1904, преработен през 1934 г.).
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Унгарско-индийска Born: Будапеща Модерно индийско изкуство, Авангард Wikipedia: 20/32 languages
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Френска Born: Монмартър Пост-импресионизъм, Школа на Париж Wikipedia: 25/32 languages
He was not interested in the bright colors of a bustling city, but rather in the quiet, pale light that settled on the stone and mortar of the buildings. 1910: place pigalle. 1913: The Lapin Agile [Le Lapin Agile]. 1917: Rue Saint-Vincent and the Lapin Agile. His presence in major international collections, such as the Hermitage Museum and the Musée d'Orsay, confirms the lasting importance of his perspective on the built environment.
Collections To experience the quiet, textured streets of Montmartre through his eyes, one can travel to several major institutions.
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Швейцарска и френска Born: Лозана Постимпресионизъм, Символизъм, Ле Наби
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Италианец Born: Арко Символизъм, Дивионизъм Wikipedia: 19/32 languages
Life (La Vita) – картина, която улавя същността на алпийската красота и връзката между хората и природата. Donna alla fonte (also known as Alpenlandschaft mit Frau am Brunnen) – спокойна сцена с жена до извор в Алпите, която е пример за неговата способност да улови светлината и настроението на пейзажа. Ragazza che fa la calza - красива символистична картина, показваща жена, която плете чорап, с акцент върху цветовете и композицията.
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Френска Born: Париж Пост-импресионизъм, Наби, Синтетизъм Wikipedia: 21/32 languages
This shift was driven by the principles of Synthetism, a method defined by simplified drawing and clearly-defined contours.
Collections It holds The Talisman, the work that defined his early departure from academicism.
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Френски Born: Дуе Нео-импресионизъм Wikipedia: 21/32 languages
The Washerwoman: Демонстрира неговата майсторство в точкастия метод на нео-импресионизма, представяйки сцената от ежедневието с ярки цветове и динамична композиция. The Farm, Evening: Спокоен образ на селския живот, изразяващ неговата утопична визия за хармонично съществуване между човечеството и природата.
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Белгийски Born: Гент Нео-импресионизъм Wikipedia: 19/32 languages
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Британски Born: Мюнхен Пост-импресионизъм Wikipedia: 19/32 languages
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Унгарец Born: Сабинов Пост-импресионизъм, Експресионизъм Wikipedia: 19/32 languages
However, Csontváry’s ambition extended far beyond mere technical proficiency; he sought something deeper—a unique visual language capable of expressing his inner world. His paintings are held in prestigious collections such as the Hungarian National Gallery in Budapest and the Csontváry Museum in Pécs, ensuring that his legacy will endure for generations to come.
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Шотландец Born: Авиеморе Пост-импресионизъм Wikipedia: 13/32 languages
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Полско-френски Born: Краков Пост-импресионизъм, Експресионизъм Wikipedia: 19/32 languages
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Руски/Украински Born: Семиротившчина Футуризъм, Неопримитивизъм Wikipedia: 17/32 languages
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Унгарец Born: Капошвар ['Импресионизъм', 'Постимпресионизъм', 'Символизъм'] Wikipedia: 15/32 languages
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Scottish Glasgow Boys
Born in Irvine, Scotland, in 1858, Henry became a cornerstone of the influential Glasgow Boys movement, a group of rebellious young artists who sought to break free from the stifling constraints of academic realism. He is now recognized not just as a regional painter, but as a pioneer who helped bridge the gap between traditional Scottish painting and the modern European avant-garde.
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Френска Born: Нант Постимпресионизъм; Поинтилизъм Wikipedia: 11/32 languages
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Уеличанин Born: Тенби Пост-импресионизъм
Augustus Edwin John’s art continues to captivate and inspire, reminding us of the power of individual expression and the enduring allure of a life lived with passion and artistic integrity.
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Белгийски Born: Схарбек Неоимпресионизъм и Поентилизъм Wikipedia: 12/32 languages
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Russian/French ['Impressionism', 'Post-Impressionism', 'Fauvism']
In 1894, he bravely attempted entry into the School of Painting, Sculpture and Architecture in Moscow, but was rejected due to what was perceived as a “revolutionary temperament.” This rejection didn’t deter him; instead, it propelled him towards Konstantin Korovin's studio in 1897, where he found mentorship within Moscow’s vibrant artistic circles. He initially settled in Munich before permanently relocating to the French capital in November 1898.
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Нидерландска Born: 'c-Хертогенбос Експресионизъм, Люминизъм Wikipedia: 8/32 languages
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Френска Born: Льо Пю way-ан-Веле Постимпресионизъм, Символизъм, Пон-Авенска школа, Bande Noire Wikipedia: 12/32 languages
Charles Cottet: painter of Brittany (pdf). in Harper's magazine, December 1910.
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Френски Born: Хайт-Саон Постимпрерианизъм Wikipedia: 12/32 languages
Following the untimely death of his father, Nicolas Schuffenecker—a tailor from Guewenheim (Alsace)—in 1854, he and his brother Amédée faced significant economic challenges as their mother relocated to Meudon, near Paris, where her family resided. He was particularly captivated by Vincent van Gogh’s bold use of color and texture—recognizing the transformative potential of conveying inner feelings through visual media—and he absorbed many stylistic elements from this influential artist.
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Британска Born: Епсъм Постимпресионизъм Wikipedia: 9/32 languages
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British Post Impressionism
As a prominent member of the Wharfedale Group of Artists, Royle played a significant role in documenting the pastoral splendor of his beloved region.
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Нюфаундлендско-американска Born: Сейнт Джонс Постимпресионизъм Wikipedia: 12/32 languages
Cove with Figures. Независимо дали документира суетата на градския парк или спокойствието на пристанището, неговото творчество остава закоренено в наблюдението на съвременния живот. Lady with a Red Sash, около 1897 г.
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Ukrainian Born: Kamianets-Podolsk Socialist Realism
As a dedicated educator, he passed his technical expertise and passion for heritage to generations of students at the Kyiv Engineering and Construction Institute and the National Academy of Architecture and Arts.
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Руски Born: Москва Импресионизъм, Символизъм, Социалистичен реализъм Wikipedia: 10/32 languages
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French Born: 2nd arrondissement of Lyon Post-Impressionism Wikipedia: 7/32 languages
He wasn't a painter who sought fame or recognition; his primary motivation was to capture the beauty and complexity of the world around him—particularly the intimate corners of domestic life.
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Hungarian Impressionism & Post-Impressionism
Notable Subjects: Jandi’s artistic output focused primarily on Hungarian landscapes, particularly those surrounding Nagybánya (Bathory), where he established his studio. His works are housed in several Hungarian museums, including the Széchényi National Museum and the Hungarian National Gallery, ensuring that his vision of Hungarian landscape painting endures.
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Spanish Born: Сантандер Post-Impressionism, Fauvism Wikipedia: 7/32 languages
This realization prompted him to abandon his academic ambitions and embrace a more liberating path—one that led him to Brussels and enrollment at the Académie Royale des Beaux-Arts. The Académie’s curriculum exposed him to the principles of Impressionism and Post-Impressionism, yet Iturrino swiftly transcended these stylistic conventions, gravitating towards a more radical aesthetic—one aligned with the burgeoning Fauvist movement.
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French Born: Sens Post-Impressionism Wikipedia: 9/32 languages
Through mediums like oil and pastel, Guérin explored themes of memory and emotion, ensuring that his legacy remains a vital and vibrant chapter in the history of French Post-Impressionism. Born into the artistic heartbeat of Paris in 1875, Charles-François Guérin carried the weight of a profound creative inheritance.
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Greek Realism, Impressionism
Works like “ The Old Egg Seller ” exemplify this style—a solitary figure bathed in sunlight, conveying both resilience and vulnerability. He spent considerable time there, capturing scenes from the Trinità dei Monti – the iconic church overlooking the city – and other bustling corners of the Eternal City.
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Russian Born: Tolyatti Post-Impressionism Wikipedia: 7/32 languages
He absorbed elements from artists like Monet and Renoir, adapting them to his own unique vision – a synthesis of Russian sensibility and Italian artistic influence.
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Британски Born: Лондон Пост импресионизъм, Ранен модернизъм Wikipedia: 7/32 languages
Gertler's artistic sensibilities were profoundly shaped by the Impressionists and Post-Impressionists, particularly Walter Sickert and Paul Cézanne. Sickert’s influence is evident in Gertler’s atmospheric landscapes and his ability to convey mood through color—a characteristic that distinguishes him from more rigidly representational artists.
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Британски Born: Ланели Пост-импресионизъм, Фавизъм Wikipedia: 5/32 languages
Perhaps most notably, he was included in the groundbreaking Armory Show in New York City, Chicago, and Boston in 1913—a watershed moment that introduced modernist art to an American audience and brought international attention to Innes's unique vision.
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Френски Born: Лагни-сюр-Марн Пост-импресионизъм Wikipedia: 9/32 languages
Artists like Frederick Soulacroix and Paul Gauguin, though distinct in their styles, shared Cortès's fascination with capturing the spirit of a place and its people, imbuing their canvases with a sense of atmosphere and emotion.
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French Born: Paris Post-Impressionism Wikipedia: 8/32 languages
Jules-Alexandre Grün’s contribution to French art is often overlooked, yet his influence can be seen in the work of countless poster artists who followed.
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British Born: Denmark Hill Victorian Elegance & Post-Impressionism Wikipedia: 4/32 languages
William Henry Margetson, born in Camberwell, Surrey, in December 1861, was a painter whose career unfolded across the shifting tides of Victorian and early 20th-century British art. His journey began with formal training at Dulwich College, followed by studies at the prestigious Royal College of Art and the Royal Academy Schools – a path typical for aspiring artists of his time, yet one he navigated with distinct talent and sensitivity.
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Italian Born: Ferrara Post-Impressionism Wikipedia: 8/32 languages
His legacy is found in: The fusion of poetry and painting: Proving that visual art can be as lyrical and metaphorically rich as the written word. Despite the disruptions of World War II and his eventual return to Italy, De Pisis never lost the cosmopolitan spirit that had defined his youth.
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French Born: Ancenis Impressionism/Post-Impressionism Wikipedia: 6/32 languages
And his scenes of modern life offer glimpses into the changing social landscape of early 20th-century France, depicted with a keen eye for detail and atmosphere. Exhibiting alongside these masters at the Galerie Paul Durand-Ruel in 1911 and 1912 allowed Ottmann to absorb their techniques and stylistic approaches firsthand.
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Italian Born: Santa Maria Capua Vetere Figurative art Wikipedia: 7/32 languages
While he may not have achieved widespread international fame, his contributions to local religious art and his masterful depictions of everyday life secured his place as a respected figure in the Lazio region.
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Russian Born: Saint Petersburg Watercolor painting; Woodcut technique Wikipedia: 9/32 languages
Having survived one of the darkest chapters of human history, she continued to contribute to the artistic community as a professor at the Leningrad Institute of Painting, Architecture, and Sculpture.
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His canvases are characterized by bold brushstrokes, vibrant color palettes dominated by yellows, blues, and greens – the colors of the Ukrainian flag – and a dynamic interplay of light and shadow. He also demonstrates an affinity for the bold color palettes and expressive brushwork of Vincent van Gogh and the post-impressionists.
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Унгарец Born: Будапещ Модернизъм, Фавизъм, Кубизъм Wikipedia: 5/32 languages
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Австралиец/Американец Born: Аделаида Пост-импресионизъм Wikipedia: 4/32 languages
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Born: Henan
Bold & Textured Approach: Liu Kang's artistic style is immediately recognizable by its vibrant colors, expressive brushwork, and rich textures. Cultural Immersion: Living and working in Southeast Asia profoundly shaped his artistic vision.
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Испанска Born: Лисабон Кубизъм, Сюрреализъм Wikipedia: 6/32 languages
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Френска Born: Кадъкьой ['Постимпресионизъм', 'Символизъм'] Wikipedia: 9/32 languages
Paris, Sacré-Cœur (35 x 28 см, масло върху дъска, Музей Сакип Сабанчи, Истанбул, Турция), е отличен пример за неговото очарование от градския живот. Неговото произведение Cannes (37 x 50 см, масло върху платно, Музей Сакип Сабанчи, Истанбул, Турция) демонстрира способността му да улови същността на социалните сбори.
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American Born: Medford Post-Impressionism Wikipedia: 3/32 languages
His work for Alice in Wonderland demonstrated an ability to translate fantastical narratives into tangible forms, blending theatricality with artistic innovation. He drew inspiration from a diverse range of sources, including the works of J.M.W.
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Spanish Born: Valencia Post-Impressionism Wikipedia: 4/32 languages
His artistic soul was forged in the prestigious halls of the Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Carlos, where, despite his parents' initial reservations, he pursued a calling that would eventually define his existence.
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British Born: Maidenhead Post-Impressionism, Camden Town Group Wikipedia: 3/32 languages
The Group’s focus on contemporary subjects – urban life, working-class communities, and the changing landscape of London – aligned perfectly with Drummond’s artistic interests. The Fitzroy Street Group, formed in 1907, further solidified this connection, providing a space for artists to experiment and challenge conventional artistic norms.
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Британска Born: Конотоп Постимпресионизъм Wikipedia: 4/32 languages
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Грък Born: Хидра Постимпресионизъм Wikipedia: 3/32 languages
Wikipedia Енциклопедия: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Panayiotis_Tetsis. Национална галерия на Гърция: https://www.nationalgallery.gr/en/artist/tetsis-panayiotis/. Профил в AskART: https://www.askart.com/artist/Panayiotis_Tetsis/11074703/Panayiotis_Tetsis.aspx.
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Hungarian Born: Budapest Post-Impressionism, Secessionism Wikipedia: 1/32 languages
Born in Budapest, Hungary, in 1891, József Nemes Lamperth’s life was tragically cut short at the young age of thirty-three. His work helped to pave the way for later generations of Hungarian Expressionists and Secessionist artists.
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Испанска Born: Барселона Постимпресионизъм и Фавизъм Wikipedia: 2/32 languages
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Британска Born: Стретфорд Постимпресионизъм, Фавизъм Wikipedia: 1/32 languages
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Greek Born: İzmir Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, Expressionism Wikipedia: 1/32 languages
Photographer: Impressionistic watercolor captures a nostalgic scene of an artist & children. This approach aligns him with artists like Edvard Munch and Vincent van Gogh —figures who championed subjective experience as paramount to artistic endeavor.
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Austrian Born: Salzburg Impressionism Wikipedia: 1/32 languages
As his training progressed through the Fine Art Academy in Vienna, Kern began to develop a command over draftsmanship that would later allow him to transition seamlessly between the delicate precision of religious frescoes and the expansive, sweeping vistas of the natural world.
Notable works
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Statistics
| Франция | 20 |
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| Обединено кралство | 8 |
| France | 4 |
| Нидерландия | 3 |
| Унгария | 3 |
| Канада | 3 |
| Белгия | 3 |
| Италия | 2 |
| 1820s | 1 |
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| 1830s | 1 |
| 1840s | 1 |
| 1850s | 11 |
| 1860s | 25 |
| 1870s | 20 |
| 1880s | 12 |
| 1890s | 7 |
| 1900s | 3 |
| 1910s | 2 |
| 1920s | 3 |
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FAQ
Винсент Ван Гог (#1) is first in this ranking, followed by Пол Сезан (#2) and Пол Гоген (#3).
Винсент Ван Гог (#1), Пол Сезан (#2), Пол Гоген (#3), Анри дьо Тулуз-Лотрек (#4) and Пол Синяк (#5).
4 women are in this ranking: Сюзан Валодон (#8), Амрита Шер-Гил (#11), Емили Карър (#15) and Anna Ostroumova-Lebedeva (#72).
Most artists in this list were born in the 1860s (25 of 88), between 1828 and 1928 overall.
The earliest-born artist in this list is George Henry (#31), born in 1828.
The highest-ranked artists born in Обединено кралство are Роджър Фрай (#21), Дъкан Грант (#24), Франк Брамли (#42), Спенсър Фредерик Гор (#43) and Самюъл Джон Пилъу (#45).
Париж: 4 of the artists in this list were born there.
The museums holding the most key works of this list are Музей д’Орсе (10), Art Institute of Chicago (4) and MoMA - Музеят на модерното изкуство (3).
Франция: 20 of the 88 artists in this list were born there, then Обединено кралство (8) and France (4).
The highest-ranked artists born in Франция are Пол Сезан (#2), Пол Гоген (#3), Анри дьо Тулуз-Лотрек (#4), Пол Синяк (#5) and Пиер Бонар (#6).
“His technique involved a heavy impasto, where he applied paint with a thickness that gave the surface a tangible, sculptural quality.” — from our biography of Морис Утрило (#12).
The encyclopedia records 17,657 works by these artists.
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