It is an extensive collection of specific artists’ quotes, reflections, and discussions on art. Features an insightful reflection by Picasso on Braque and Cubism in hindsight. Also includes relevant discussions by Fernand Leger, Jacques Lipchitz, Francis Picabia, and Marcel Duchamp. Unique perspectives on Cubism.
An easy-to-understand introduction to Picasso directed towards students with no previous knowledge of the topic. Focuses on specific movements and cultural influences as exemplified by specific works. Helpful cartoons stress important events. Illustrations are not in color and sometimes hard to see.
Very thorough explanation of Cubism, Picasso, Braque, and other important relevant artists. Directed toward readers with an intense interest in Cubism. Written chronologically from initial influences to lasting impact. Detailed appendices includes biographies, map, and glossary. Pleasing to read with beautiful full-color illustrations.
Simple survey of Cubism organized chronologically according to key works. Emphasizes the relationship between Picasso and Braque and compares their works. Includes other key artists and their major contributions to Cubism. Directed toward readers with a general interest in Cubism. Large full-page illustrations are useful in comparing works.
Provides direction in conducting research related to art. Includes resources for specific time periods and art forms. Section on 20th century art provides relevant resources on Cubism. Sources in art criticism include Cubist Criticism by Lynn Gamwell, 1980.
Extensive biography of Picasso providing in-depth descriptions of different periods of his work. Extensive information on the Blue Period, Rose Period, and Cubism. Detailed description of Picasso’s influential stay in Horta. Insightful discussion of Picasso’s personal life as it relates to his art.
It is a catalog associated with the 1982-1983 exhibition of Braque’s work at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.. Discusses ‘papiers colles’ works through out Braque’s career. In-depth discussion of specific works as they relate to various types of Cubism and Picasso’s works. Many full-color and black-and-white reproductions. Dissection of ‘papiers colles’ as a language through specific works. Helpful in understanding how the works were created.
Explanation of a wide variety of artists and art forms. Provides a definition of Cubism and argues that it is not a definitive style or movement. Discusses origins, stylistic and technical attributes, and Cubist perspectives on the art world.
Edition in the “Modern Masters” series. Aims to clarify misunderstandings about Braque. Gives insight into his art and relationship with Picasso and Cubism. In-depth discussion of the ‘Fauve’ group and its influence, focusing on Cézanne. Many large full-color illustration.
Journals
Very long and in-depth article explores musical iconography in the works of Picasso and Braque. Explores regional music that might have influence specific imagery. Discusses the relationship between the artists’ musical backgrounds and their art. Considers the Paris music scene in the early 20th century. Significance of specific instruments appearing in Cubist art. Interesting perspective dissecting several specific works.
Lengthy article describes Cubism as a transitional point between classical and modern art from the perspective that Cubism is the first example of modern art. Discusses Cubism’s rejection of iconography and its depiction of modern culture. Discusses Braque’s focus on music and Picasso’s focus on sexuality. Examines how they utilized classical techniques. Useful in analyzing the technical aspects of the artists’ aesthetic approaches.
Identifies Max Weber as responsible for bringing the principles of Cubism to the United States from Paris. Describes Weber’s individual meetings with Picasso. Weber’s application of Cubist techniques to American themes and imagery. Gives credit to the artist despite popular criticism of being an imitator. Provides some insight into America’s reaction to Cubism.
The article discusses the roots of Cubism as being in literature. Relates Cubist painting to free verse by the change of structure and emphasis on rhythmic aspects. Discusses specific free verse innovators as the favorite poets of specific Cubist painters. Emphasizes and explains the abstract nature of free verse and Cubism. Unique perspective on the roots of Cubism.
Discusses Cubism’s influence on furniture and architecture in the early 20th century. Identifies Art Deco as the beginning of Cubism’s influence on architecture and design. Describes an art exhibition in Portland showing Cubist paintings alongside Art Deco and other inspired furniture and clothing. Provokes intriguing consideration of Art Deco as Cubist art. Dispels the notion that Cubism rejected natural subjects and landscapes.
Fascinating article suggests that Picasso might have suffered migraines based on his art. Study by neurological doctor draws connections between Picasso’s paintings and symptoms of “migraine auras” causing split vision. Discusses previous studies on artists suggesting illness based on their works. Also presents views skeptical of the theory. Fascinating alternative insight into a possible source of Cubism.
Site provides reference information about art history and the current art community. Reference information is organized according to artist, image, and movement. Concise description of Cubism with links to key information and biographies of major artists. Well-designed, easy and pleasing to navigate, but not an in-depth source.
Extensive online art dictionary with section devoted to Cubism. Description of Cubism utilizes many cross-references linking to various helpful definitions. Over ninety examples of Cubist art. Impressive amount of information for a general website. Design is fairly easy to navigate but information looks cluttered.
A very impressive collection of Picasso’s works. A work from every year from 1889-1973 in chronological order is very useful in studying and analyzing the progress and change in Picasso’s art. Includes an archive of additional works. In-depth day-by-day biographical timeline spans Picasso’s career. Includes extensive list of relevant institutions and galleries, and also a bibliography.
General website with brief summaries of artistic movements and specific artists. Wide range of artists and topics. Organized by movement, medium, nation, and subject matter. Section on Cubism offers brief description of the movement and index of artists linking to artist info. Includes links to museums for more relevant information. Informative but cluttered with ads for art prints and posters.
Well-designed and fun French website features interesting insight into Picasso’s life. Includes personal life stories and information on Picasso’s lesser-known endeavors into areas such as tapestry and ceramics. Flashy biography and genealogy. Professional appearance and fun to navigate.
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