Paul Cézanne

Paul Cézanne was a French painter who played a crucial role in the transition from the 19th-century artistic movement of Impressionism to the 20th-century developments of modern art. Known for his unique approach to composition and color, he focused on geometric forms and studied the interactions of light and shadow. Cézanne's emphasis on structure and perspective influenced later artists, including Pablo Picasso and Henri Matisse. His work often featured still lifes, landscapes, and portraits, capturing the essence of his subjects in a way that challenged traditional representation and laid the groundwork for abstraction in art.