Francis Picabia

Francis Picabia, born in 1879 in Paris and died in 1953 in Paris, was a French painter known for his abstract and avant-garde works. His paintings are celebrated for their innovative use of form and color, capturing the essence of modern life and emotion. Influenced by the Dada and Surrealist movements and his contemporary Marcel Duchamp, Picabia's technique involved a dynamic and expressive approach to composition and color, conveying the intensity and complexity of his subjects. His career was marked by his ability to depict the intensity and spirit of the human condition, making him a significant figure in 20th-century French painting.