Louis Vauxcelles

French art critic and curator

Louis Vauxcelles - French art critic and curator
Born

1870
155 years ago

Died

July 21st, 1943
82 years ago — 73 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

France

Links & References

Louis Vauxcelles was a prominent French art critic who significantly influenced the art world in the early 20th century. His critique of the Salon des Indépendants in 1905 introduced the term 'Fauvism' to describe the vibrant works of artists like Henri Matisse and André Derain. Vauxcelles wrote extensively for various publications, championing modern art movements and providing a platform for emerging artists. He worked for major newspapers, offering insights that shaped contemporary art discourse.

Coined the term 'Fauvism'

Critiqued artists such as Matisse and Derain

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