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Jacques Lipchitz Most Popular Paintings

The 20 artworks by Jacques Lipchitz our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 20 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Jacques Lipchitz · 1891 – 1973

Seated Figure

1917 · Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago

Explore Jacques Lipchitz’s ‘Seated Figure,’ a pivotal Cubist sculpture from 1917. Discover its geometric abstraction & rough texture in this unique stone masterpiece.

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Figure

1930 · MOMA - Museum of Modern Art, New York City

Explore the fragmented vision of humanity in Jacques Lipchitz's 1930 Cubist bronze sculpture, a masterful study of form and movement you can own.

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Bellerophon Taming Pegasus: Large Version

1964 · Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art, Kansas City

A powerful sculptural depiction of Bellerophon Taming Pegasus by Jacques Lipchitz captures a dynamic moment of mythic struggle through modern form, inviting you to explore this masterpiece of 20th-century art.

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The Man with the Mandolin

1917 · Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven

Inspired by Dziga Vertov's film ‘Man With A Movie Camera’, Lipchitz’s sculpture embodies the spirit of experimentation and challenges conventional artistic perspectives.

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Arlequin et clarinette

Museum Folkwang, Essen

Jacques Lipchitz's 'Arlequin et clarinette' is a striking bronze sculpture embodying Cubist abstraction with its fragmented forms and dynamic composition, capturing a musician’s focused expression.

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Variation on the Theme of Last Embrace (Salvataggio) III

1972 · Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, Bilbao · original 32 x 67 cm

Explore Jacques Lipchitz’s "Variation on the Theme of Last Embrace." This 1972 drawing exemplifies his expressive line work & explores themes of intimacy & tension. Guggenheim Bilbao.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 25 artworks by Jacques Lipchitz
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Lutte de jacob avec l'ange, (1932)

Experience Lipchitz's 'Jacob Wrestling with an Angel,' a powerful bronze sculpture capturing biblical struggle through dynamic, abstracted forms and masterful texture. A key work by the Cubist master.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 7 of 25 artworks by Jacques Lipchitz
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Untitled (173)

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 8 of 25 artworks by Jacques Lipchitz
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Sedici muz s kytarou i, (1918)

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 25 artworks by Jacques Lipchitz
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Lutte de jacob avec l'ange, (2) (1932)

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Popularity: No. 10 of 25 artworks by Jacques Lipchitz
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Untitled (328)

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Popularity: No. 11 of 25 artworks by Jacques Lipchitz
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Untitled (764)

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Popularity: No. 12 of 25 artworks by Jacques Lipchitz
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Untitled (491)

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Popularity: No. 13 of 25 artworks by Jacques Lipchitz
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Untitled (682)

Explore Jacques Lipchitz’s Untitled (682), a striking Cubist sculpture in dark stone. Discover its fragmented form & emotional depth – a key work by the Lithuanian artist.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 25 artworks by Jacques Lipchitz
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Still Life

1918 · original 70 x 48 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 15 of 25 artworks by Jacques Lipchitz
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Lutte de jacob avec l'ange, (3) (1932)

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Popularity: No. 16 of 25 artworks by Jacques Lipchitz
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Le chant des voyelles, cast (1948)

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Popularity: No. 17 of 25 artworks by Jacques Lipchitz
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Untitled (582)

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Popularity: No. 18 of 25 artworks by Jacques Lipchitz
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Untitled (692)

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Popularity: No. 19 of 25 artworks by Jacques Lipchitz
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Untitled (777)

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Popularity: No. 20 of 25 artworks by Jacques Lipchitz
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The artist

Jacques Lipchitz

1891 – 1973

Quick facts

Museums on APSYale University Art Gallery, Art Institute of Chicago, Museum Folkwang, MOMA - Museum of Modern Art, Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Room fitliving room
Creative periodsmature period
Died1973
Top-ranked workSeated Figure
Emotional tonereflective
Topics exploredgeometric form, sculpture, modern art
Also known asZák Lifshits, Jakoff Lipschitz, Chaïm Jacob Lipchitz, Jacques Lipschitz, Jakoff Lipchitz

Biography

A Life Sculpted by Change: The Journey of Jacques Lipchitz

Born Chaim Jacob Lipschitz in 1891 in the Lithuanian town of Druskininkai, Jacques Lipchitz’s artistic path was one dramatically shaped by displacement and innovation. His early life, rooted in a Litvak Jewish family where his father worked as a building contractor, initially steered him towards engineering studies. However, a burgeoning creative spirit, nurtured by his mother's support, propelled him toward Paris in 1909 – a city then pulsating with artistic revolution. He enrolled at the École des Beaux-Arts and the Académie Julian, immersing himself in the vibrant communities of Montmartre and Montparnasse. It was within these circles that he forged friendships with luminaries like Juan Gris, Pablo Picasso, and Amedeo Modigliani – the latter famously capturing Lipchitz and his wife Berthe in a poignant double portrait. These early connections were pivotal, laying the groundwork for Lipchitz’s embrace of Cubism, though one distinctly tempered by his own sensibility.

The Crystallization of Form: Lipchitz and Cubist Sculpture

Lipchitz didn't simply translate painting into three dimensions; he *sculpted* Cubism. While deeply influenced by Picasso and Braque’s fractured perspectives, Lipchitz retained a remarkable degree of figuration in his work up to around 1915-16. His sculptures weren’t entirely abstract; they hinted at recognizable forms, imbued with a sense of emotional weight. This evolved into what became known as “Crystal Cubism,” a style characterized by faceting and transparency – an attempt to capture multiple viewpoints simultaneously within a single form. He experimented with fracturing space, creating dynamic compositions that seemed to shimmer with inner light. His 1920 solo exhibition at Léonce Rosenberg’s Galerie L'Effort Moderne in Paris cemented his position as a leading figure of the School of Paris and showcased this unique sculptural language. Works like “Harlequin with Clarinet” exemplify this period, showcasing fragmented forms that still manage to convey a sense of playful energy and human presence. He wasn’t merely deconstructing form; he was rebuilding it according to a new visual logic.

Exile and Reinvention: A New World, A Renewed Vision

The looming shadow of World War II forced a profound upheaval in Lipchitz's life. As the Nazi regime tightened its grip on France and persecution of Jews intensified, he was compelled to flee his adopted homeland. With the invaluable assistance of American journalist Varian Fry in Marseille, he escaped to the United States, eventually settling in New York City and later Hastings-on-Hudson. This relocation wasn’t merely a geographical shift; it marked a turning point in his artistic trajectory. While continuing to explore Cubist principles, Lipchitz's work began to take on new dimensions, reflecting the trauma of exile and a growing engagement with existential themes. He created monumental sculptures like “Birth of the Muses” (1944-1950), commissioned in memory of Jerome Wiesner, which demonstrated his mastery of bronze and his ability to convey profound emotion through abstract forms.

Late Reflections: Faith, Legacy, and a Tuscan Retreat

In his later years, Lipchitz experienced a deepening connection to his Jewish faith, embracing religious observance with renewed fervor – even studying daily and wearing tefillin at the urging of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Schneerson. This spiritual awakening infused his work with a new layer of meaning. He returned frequently to Europe, finding solace and inspiration in Pietrasanta, Italy, where he forged a close friendship with fellow sculptor Fiore de Henriquez. His autobiography, co-authored with H. Harvard Arnason and published in 1972 alongside an exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offered a poignant reflection on his life and artistic journey. Jacques Lipchitz passed away in Capri, Italy, in 1973, but his body was brought to Jerusalem for burial – a testament to his profound connection to his heritage. His Tuscan villa, Bozio, now serves as a Jewish summer camp, ensuring that his legacy continues to inspire future generations. He left behind not just a remarkable body of sculpture, but also a powerful example of artistic resilience and the enduring human spirit.

Questions & Answers

In which historical period did Jacques Lipchitz work?

Jacques Lipchitz worked in the Modern period. The period situates the artist's activity in history.

Where is Jacques Lipchitz from?

Jacques Lipchitz was born in Lithuania.

Is there a complete list of Jacques Lipchitz's artworks?

Every work by Jacques Lipchitz on this website can be browsed from the artist's All Artworks page.

By the WikiOO.org Editorial Team Updated Sept. 1, 2026

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