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Jean Dufy Paintings

French, 1888-1964
Jean Dufy was a French Art Deco artist, best known for his colourful, melodic depictions of post-war Parisian society. Working to capture everyday life, from concert halls and circuses to country landscapes and busy Parisian streets, Dufy focused on recreating the feeling and impression of a scene, rather than individual details. In 1906, Dufy visited the exhibition ‘Cercle de l’Art Moderne’ in La Havre, and it was this show that eventually inspired him to pursue an artistic career. The exhibit, one of Dufy’s first exposures to Modern Art, crucially shaped his approach to art and introduced him to artists such as Picasso and Matisse. While he had no formal training, his older brother was well-known French Fauvist Raoul Dufy, who served as his artistic mentor. In January 1914, Dufy launched his artistic career, holding his first show at Galerie Berthe Weil. He returned to Paris after the war and settled in the Montmartre district of Paris, moving next door to artist George Braque, who encouraged Dufy to experiment with Cubism. His personal painting style developed into a vibrant fusion of Post-Impressionism with a loose decorative approach to colour and line, which he achieved from his work in porcelain design. For almost 30 years, Dufy worked for Limoge porcelain manufacturer Theodore Haviland, hand-painting decorative designs of animals and flowers. At the 1925 L’exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs he was awarded a gold medal for designing the service ‘Châteaux de France’. Dufy participated in many exhibitions, including the Salon d’Automne, which reflected the popularity of jazz music and the art of Parisian culture after the war. Dufy would return to his native Normandy throughout his life and spent long stretches of time in the south of France. The dynamism of these landscapes and cityscapes - particularly noticeable in the street scene Route de Rives (Touraine)- are so cleverly captured due to Dufy’s uniquely musical and distinctive Post-Impressionistic style.
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Artist: Jean Dufy
Montmartre - Vue de l'atelier - Post Impressionist Landscape Oil by Jean Dufy
Montmartre - Vue de l'atelier - Post Impressionist Landscape Oil by Jean Dufy

Montmartre - Vue de l'atelier - Post Impressionist Landscape Oil by Jean Dufy

By Jean Dufy

Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire

Signed and dated post impressionist oil on canvas interior scene by French painter Jean Dufy. This colourful piece depicts a view of the artist's studio with a view of the city of Mo...

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1920s Post-Impressionist Jean Dufy Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Paris, Avenue du bois by Jean Dufy - Oil painting, Figurative art, City scene
Paris, Avenue du bois by Jean Dufy - Oil painting, Figurative art, City scene

Paris, Avenue du bois by Jean Dufy - Oil painting, Figurative art, City scene

By Jean Dufy

Located in London, GB

*PLEASE NOTE UK BUYERS WILL ONLY PAY 5% VAT ON THIS PURCHASE. Once an order is placed we will arrange the VAT of 20% to be reduced to 5% Paris, Avenue du bois by Jean Dufy (1888-196...

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20th Century Fauvist Jean Dufy Paintings

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Bord de Riviere - Post Impressionist Figure in Landscape Watercolor by Jean Dufy
Bord de Riviere - Post Impressionist Figure in Landscape Watercolor by Jean Dufy

Bord de Riviere - Post Impressionist Figure in Landscape Watercolor by Jean Dufy

By Jean Dufy

Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire

Signed and dated post impressionist figure in landscape watercolour on paper by French painter Jean Dufy. The work depicts a view of a grand house behind a wall with a large gated en...

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1920s Post-Impressionist Jean Dufy Paintings

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Le Port due Havre - Post Impressionist Landscape Watercolor by Jean Dufy
Le Port due Havre - Post Impressionist Landscape Watercolor by Jean Dufy

Le Port due Havre - Post Impressionist Landscape Watercolor by Jean Dufy

By Jean Dufy

Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire

Signed and dated post impressionist watercolor on paper seascape by French painter Jean Dufy. This colourful piece depicts sail boats at the port of Le Havre in France - a commercial...

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NATURE MORTE AU BOUQUET DE ROSES ET DE MARGUERITES
NATURE MORTE AU BOUQUET DE ROSES ET DE MARGUERITES

NATURE MORTE AU BOUQUET DE ROSES ET DE MARGUERITES

By Jean Dufy

Located in Saratoga Springs, NY

ARTIST: Jean Dufy (French,1888 - 1964) TITLE: “NATURE MORTE AU BOUQUET DE ROSES ET DE MARGUERITES” (Signed watercolor/mixed media work) DESCRIPTION: Watercolor/ Mixed media, on pape...

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Corrida Espagnole by JEAN DUFY - Bullfighting scene, oil on canvas, modern art
Corrida Espagnole by JEAN DUFY - Bullfighting scene, oil on canvas, modern art

Corrida Espagnole by JEAN DUFY - Bullfighting scene, oil on canvas, modern art

By Jean Dufy

Located in London, GB

Corrida Espagnole by JEAN DUFY (1888-1964) Oil on canvas 33.2 x 55.3 cm (13 ¹/₈ x 21 ³/₄ inches) Signed lower right, Jean Dufy This work is accompanied by a certificate of authentic...

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20th Century Modern Jean Dufy Paintings

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Nature morte au panier de mimosa by Jean Dufy - Still life painting
Nature morte au panier de mimosa by Jean Dufy - Still life painting

Nature morte au panier de mimosa by Jean Dufy - Still life painting

By Jean Dufy

Located in London, GB

*PLEASE NOTE UK BUYERS WILL ONLY PAY 5% VAT ON THIS PURCHASE. Once an order is placed we will arrange the VAT of 20% to be reduced to 5% Nature morte au panier de mimosa by Jean Duf...

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1920s Jean Dufy Paintings

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Beautiful watercolor drawing of Roses by the well known French artist Jean Dufy
Beautiful watercolor drawing of Roses by the well known French artist Jean Dufy

Beautiful watercolor drawing of Roses by the well known French artist Jean Dufy

By Jean Dufy

Located in Jerusalem, IL

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity signed by Mr. Jacques Bailly dated June 23, 2016. This beautiful watercolor drawing of roses by Jean Dufy captures the elegance and vibr...

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Mid-20th Century Jean Dufy Paintings

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Watercolor, Gouache

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Les trapezistes The Trapezists

Les trapezistes The Trapezists

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The over-the-top energy and excitement of the French circus are captured in this important oil by the French artist Jean Dufy. The circus was one of Dufy's favorite themes, and he re...

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Vue de Sacré-Cœur

Vue de Sacré-Cœur

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Le cirque
Le cirque

Jean DufyLe cirque, Dated 1927

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H 30.88 in W 36.13 in

Le cirque

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The energy and joie de vivre of the French circus has been captured in this important oil by the French artist Jean Dufy. The circus was one of Dufy's favorite themes, and he returned to it time and time again throughout his career. The subject offered him a true artistic spectacle to lay down on canvas. For years, he explored the animated and joy-filled world of circus entertainers such as clowns, bareback riders and musicians, resulting in compelling, vibrant portraits like Le cirque...

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Jean DufyL'Oree du Bois, 1922

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