A Life of Artistic Expression
Edouard Léon Cortès, a French post-impressionist artist, was born on August 6, 1882, in Lagny-sur-Marne, France. His life's work would later earn him the title
"Le Poete Parisien de la Peinture" or "the Parisian Poet of Painting" due to his captivating Paris cityscapes in various weather and night settings.
Early Life and Education
At 17, Cortès began his studies at the
École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. His first exhibition in 1901 brought him immediate recognition, marking the beginning of a successful artistic career.
Artistic Career and Notable Works
* Cortès's works were first exhibited in North America in 1945, leading to even greater success.
* In his last year of life, he was awarded the prestigious
Prix Antoine-Quinson from the
Salon de Vincennes.
* Notable works include:
Personal Life and Military Service
* In 1914, Cortès married Fernande Joyeuse, with whom he had a daughter in 1916.
* Despite being a pacifist, Cortès enlisted in a French Infantry Regiment at the age of 32 due to the war's proximity to his native village. He was wounded and later reassigned to sketch enemy positions.
Legacy
*Cortès lived a simple life amidst a close circle of friends.*
*He died on November 28, 1969, in Lagny, with a street named in his honor.
*To explore more of Cortès' works and the artists who influenced him, visit [https://WahooArt.com/@/Edouard-Cortes](https://WahooArt.com/@/Edouard-Cortes) for an extensive collection.
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