Jacques Martin-Ferrières
Jacques Martin-Ferrières (1893-1972) was a distinguished French painter known for his vibrant landscapes, cityscapes, and still lifes. The son of Henri Martin, a well-known Post-Impressionist painter, Martin-Ferrières was deeply influenced by his father’s style and the broader Impressionist and Post-Impressionist movements. Born in Saint-Paul, a town in the south of France, Martin-Ferrières was immersed in the art world from an early age, receiving his formal education at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris.
Martin-Ferrières exhibited extensively throughout his career, including at the Salon des Artistes Français, where he received several awards for his work. His paintings are ideal for those who appreciate the vibrant and luminous qualities of Post-Impressionist art, particularly the techniques that emphasize color and light. Today, Jacques Martin-Ferrières’ works can be found in various French and international collections, where they continue to be admired for their technical mastery and expressive use of color.
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Full Name: Jacques Martin-Ferrières
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Birth and Death: 1893-1972
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Artistic Style: Post-Impressionism, Pointillism
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Influences: Henri Martin (father), Post-Impressionism, Impressionism
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Legacy: Known for vibrant landscapes, cityscapes, and still lifes, with a focus on color and light
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Primary Collections: Various French and international collections, including museums and private collections focusing on Post-Impressionist art
