Art Fauvism
Art Fauvism is an art movement that exploded onto the French art scene around 1905. It was the first true…
Main Focus: Non-Naturalistic, Pure Color (Color as the main subject)
Aesthetic: Flat Areas of Saturated, Bold Hue
Technique: Spontaneous, Visible Brushstrokes
Impact: Focus on Joy, Decoration, and Light
Fauvism, meaning “wild beasts” in French, was a revolutionary movement that emerged briefly but brilliantly around 1905, led by Henri Matisse and André Derain. It earned its name from the sheer shock and intensity of its works, which critics deemed “wild.” Fauvism essentially took the Impressionist emphasis on color and elevated it to an entirely new, expressive level.
The defining characteristic of Fauvism is the bold, non-naturalistic use of color. Colors were not used to describe the world realistically, but to express the artist’s feeling and create a spontaneous, decorative effect. Fauvists employed broad, flat areas of pure, saturated hues—like bright reds, blues, and greens—often applied directly from the tube. This focus on color as an independent element was a major step toward modern abstraction.
This curated collection is a vibrant exploration of Fauvism’s dynamic energy and revolutionary color. We feature works that vividly demonstrate the movement’s dedication to luminosity and emotional sincerity, showcasing how the masters used color to construct form, light, and space without relying on traditional shading or perspective.
Our collection celebrates the liberation of the palette. It offers pieces that capture the joyous, optimistic spirit of the movement’s founders. Acquiring a Fauvist work means adding a bold statement piece to your collection—one defined by its immediate visual impact and its pivotal role in pushing painting toward abstraction
