Modern
jean pougny
Born 1892
Died 1956
Jean Pougny: Pioneer of Suprematism and Beyond
Jean Albert Pougny (1892 – 1956) stands as a pivotal figure in Russian avant-garde art, embodying the dynamism and intellectual ferment of the early twentieth century. Born in Kuokkala, Finland—a region steeped in artistic tradition thanks to its connection with Cesare Pugni’s musical legacy—Pougny’s upbringing fostered an appreciation for creativity that would profoundly shape his artist…
Chronological Journey
The Lifeline
Scroll through jean pougny's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.
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Chapters — Career Periods
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Thumbnails — Dated Works
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Colour Band — Movement Drift
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