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James Vibert, Sculptor
James Vibert, Sculptor is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Ferdinand Hodler. It dates from 1907 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.
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Overview
Ferdinand Hodler's 1907 oil on canvas painting, 'James Vibert, Sculptor,' is a portrait of the Swiss sculptor James Vibert. The work is part of the Art Institute of Chicago's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts James Vibert seated at a table surrounded by his sculptures and tools, offering insight into his workspace and craft.
Technique & Style
Created during the Post-Impressionist period, the painting reflects Hodler's evolving style, which later became associated with Symbolism and the concept of 'parallelism'.
History & Provenance
Hodler, born in 1853, was a Swiss artist who painted 'James Vibert, Sculptor' in 1907.
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Artist
Ferdinand Hodler (March 14, 1853 – May 19, 1918) was a Swiss painter. He is one of the best-known Swiss painters of the nineteenth century. His early works were portraits, landscapes, and genre paintings in a realistic…
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