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Copyright This work is in the public domain. Arshile Gorky died in 1948; copyright lasts 70 years after the artist’s death, so it ended in 2018.
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Landscape — Arshile Gorky
The original measures 64 × 53 cm (height × width), drawn here beside an adult of average height.
Shaded: the lifetime of Arshile Gorky (1904–1948) ▲ this work, 1933
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Born in Khorgam, Turkey
arshile gorky, born vostanik manoug adoian, was a turkish-born armenian-american painter who left an indelible mark on the art world. born on april 15, 1904, in khorgom, van, ottoman empire (now turkey), gorky's life was marked by turmoil and displacement, which would later influence his artistic style.
gorky's family fled to russian-controlled territory during the armenian genocide in 1915. this pivotal event shaped his worldview and informed his future artistic expressions. in 1920, at the age of 16, gorky reunited with his father in america but struggled to form a close bond.
landscape in the manner of cézanne (1927) and landscape, staten island (1927–1928) exemplify gorky's early experimentation with cubism and post-impressionism.
his later works, such as nighttime, enigma, nostalgia (1930–1934), showcase a shift towards surrealism, characterized by complex, abstract forms.
key artworks:
the artist and his mother (ca. 1926–1936), a poignant portrait inspired by a childhood photograph, showcases gorky's innovative style.
portrait of master bill, initially believed to be a portrait of willem de kooning, is now recognized as a depiction of a swedish carpenter who worked for gorky.
collaborations and influences:
gorky's association with the works progress administration federal art project (1933) brought him alongside notable artists like alice neel, lee krasner, jackson pollock, and mark rothko.
his work was also influenced by paul cézanne, as seen in his landscape series.
gorky's impact on abstract expressionism is undeniable. his works can be found in various museums, including the national gallery of art, washington, d.c., and are a testament to his enduring influence.
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arshile gorky's life, marked by displacement and turmoil, translated into a body of work that would redefine the landscape of abstract expressionism. his legacy continues to inspire artists and art enthusiasts alike, a testament to the transformative power of art. view gorky's artworks on AllPaintingsStore learn more about arshile gorky on wikipedia
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Landscape — Arshile Gorky
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