Georges Braque

Georges Braque, born in 1882 in Argenteuil and died in 1963 in Paris, was a French painter and a pioneer of Cubism. His works, such as 'Violin and Candlestick' and 'The Portuguese,' are renowned for their innovative use of geometric forms and muted colors. Braque's contributions to modern art and his exploration of abstract themes have established him as a key figure in 20th-century painting.