Paul Baum
Paul Baum (1859–1932) was a German painter and printmaker, known primarily for his association with the Neo-Impressionist movement. Born in Meissen, Germany, Baum was trained in the traditional academic style but later became influenced by the works of French Impressionists and Neo-Impressionists. His time in France and Belgium exposed him to Pointillism, and he adopted the technique in many of his landscape paintings, which often depict the rural countryside with a focus on the play of light and color.
Baum was also associated with the Dresden Secession and was one of the key figures in bringing Neo-Impressionism to Germany. His works combine a scientific approach to color with an emotional response to nature. Baum’s paintings are held in major collections across Germany and France, including the Museum Folkwang and the Musée d'Orsay.
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Full Name: Paul Baum
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Birth and Death: 1859–1932
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Profession: Painter and Printmaker
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Influences: Neo-Impressionism, Pointillism, French Impressionism
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Legacy: Known for his pointillist landscapes, Baum’s works are housed in institutions like the Museum Folkwang and the Musée d'Orsay.
