Paul Cézanne (1839–1906) was a French Post-Impressionist painter whose work laid the foundation for modern art, particularly Cubism. Born in Aix-en-Provence, France, he initially studied law before pursuing painting full-time.
Cézanne’s art evolved from early Impressionist influences to a distinctive style characterized by structured brushstrokes, bold color contrasts, and a focus on geometric forms. His innovative approach to composition and perspective influenced artists such as Picasso and Matisse. Despite struggling for recognition during his lifetime, he is now regarded as one of the most important figures in Western art.
The Card Players (1892–1893) – Sold for over $250 million (2011, private sale), making it one of the most expensive paintings ever sold.Rideau, Cruchon et Compotier (1893–1894) – Sold for $60.5 million (1999, Sotheby’s), a record price at the time.Still Life with Apples (1893–1894) – Estimated at $50+ million, held in MoMA, New York.Mont Sainte-Victoire (1902–1906) – Estimated at $100+ million, located in the Philadelphia Museum of Art.Boy in a Red Vest (1888–1890) – Sold for $45.8 million (2008, Christie’s).Nature Morte au Melon Vert (1902–1906) – Estimated $50–70 million, privately owned.The House with the Cracked Walls (1892–1894) – Estimated $40+ million, Musée d’Orsay, Paris.Pines and Rocks (1896–1899) – Sold for $41.6 million (2021, Christie’s).Self-Portrait with Palette (1890s) – Estimated $30–50 million, housed in the Musée d’Orsay.Madame Cézanne in a Red Dress (1888–1890) – Estimated $30–40 million, privately held.
Paul Cézanne (1839–1906) was a French Post-Impressionist painter whose work laid the foundation for modern art, particularly Cubism. Born in Aix-en-Provence, France, he initially studied law before pursuing painting full-time. Cézanne’s art evolved from early Impressionist influences to a distinctive style characterized by structured brushstrokes, bold color contrasts, and a focus on geometric forms. His…
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