The Abduction (1867) by Paul Cezanne

The Abduction - Paul Cezanne - 1867

Artwork Information

TitleThe Abduction
ArtistPaul Cezanne
Date1867
MediumOil on Canvas
Dimensions90.5 x 117 cm
Art MovementRomanticism
Current LocationFitzwilliam Museum (University of Cambridge), Cambridge, UK
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About The Abduction

The Abduction, painted by Paul Cezanne in 1867, features violent, erotic and romantically fantastical themes that are commonly found in his works from around 1866-71. There is much discussion surrounding the subject of the painting. The painting is recognized as one of the works that helped launch Post-Impressionism as one of the four major trends in art movements.

Cezanne’s earlier works focused on themes of melancholy, dreams, fantasies and religious images. He often worked outdoors directly before his subjects like the Impressionists. His ideas and works strongly influenced the aesthetic development of 20th-century art movements such as Cubism and Fauvism.

The Abduction serves as a key representation and example of Cezanne’s artistic style during this period. Despite its controversy arising from the provocative subject matter at the time it helps in understanding how many influential art movements were influenced by Cézanne for years to come. Overall, The Abduction continues to be an important piece showcasing a transformative era in modern art history with its enduring impact still felt today.

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