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Cassandre. Adolphe Jean-Marie Mouron (Cassandre) (1901-1968)
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Cassandre. Adolphe Jean-Marie Mouron (Cassandre) (1901-1968)
Adolphe Jean-Marie Mouron (Cassandre) (1901-1968). French painter, poster artist & typeface designer Date: circa 1930
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Adolphe Designer Painter Typeface Cassandre Jean Marie
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This photograph captures the enigmatic figure of Adolphe Jean-Marie Mouron, better known as Cassandre, in the prime of his artistic career around 1930. The French painter, poster artist, and typeface designer is seen here in a thoughtful pose, deep in concentration as he contemplates his latest creation. Born in Russia in 1901, Cassandre moved to France as a child and studied at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. He quickly gained a reputation as a master of modernist design, with a particular focus on the intersection of art and technology. His innovative approach to typography and graphic design revolutionized the field, and his iconic posters for companies such as the Compagnie Internationale des Wagons-Lits and the Paris Metro are still celebrated today for their bold lines, geometric shapes, and striking visual impact. Despite his commercial success, Cassandre remained deeply committed to his fine art practice. He experimented with a variety of mediums, from oil painting to collage, and his work was exhibited in galleries and museums around the world. In this photograph, we see a man at the height of his creative powers, poised to continue pushing the boundaries of what was possible in art and design. This evocative image offers a rare glimpse into the life of a true visionary, a man who bridged the gap between the worlds of fine art and commercial design, and left an indelible mark on the visual culture of the 20th century.
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