Friesz, Achille Emile Othon (1879-1949)
Creator details
- Name
- Friesz, Achille Emile Othon (1879-1949)
- Nationality
- French
- Biography
- Achille Emile Othon Friesz was a French painter born in Le Havre in 1879. He studied at the École des Beaux-Arts in Le Havre and later in Paris, where he became friends with Henri Matisse and André Derain. Friesz was a member of the Fauvist movement, known for their use of bold colors and expressive brushstrokes. He exhibited his work at the Salon d'Automne in 1905 and 1906, and his paintings were well received by critics. Friesz's style evolved over time, and he experimented with different techniques, including Cubism and abstraction. He also worked as a teacher, and his students included Raoul Dufy and Georges Braque. Friesz died in Paris in 1949, leaving behind a legacy of vibrant and innovative paintings.
