Vytautas Kasiulis was a Lithuanian painter of the School of Paris, known for his expressionist style. He was born in Simnas, Lithuania in 1918 and began his artistic education at the Kaunas School of Art in 1939. In 1942, he participated in several group exhibitions and had a solo exhibition at the Vytautas Magnus Museum of Culture in 1943.
Early Career
Kasiulis's early career was marked by his participation in various group exhibitions, including the
Salon Des Indépendants. He also had solo exhibitions in Kiel, Bad Siegelberg, Hamburg, and Fribourg. In 1948, he arrived in Paris and had his first exhibition at
Raymond Duncan's gallery in 1949.
Artistic Style
Kasiulis's artistic style was characterized by a focus on
expressionism, which emphasized the subjective emotional experience. His paintings often featured bold brushstrokes and vibrant colors, creating a sense of intensity and emotional depth. He was influenced by the works of other
Expressionist artists, such as Edvard Munch and Vincent van Gogh.
Influences and Legacy
Kasiulis's work was influenced by the
Early Renaissance art movement, which emphasized humanism, realism, and perspective. He was also influenced by the works of other artists, such as
Giovanni Bellini and
Carlo Crivelli. Kasiulis's legacy can be seen in the works of other Lithuanian artists, who have been inspired by his expressionist style.
- Vytautas Kasiulis was a prominent figure in the Lithuanian art scene, and his work continues to be celebrated today.
- His artistic style has been compared to that of other Expressionist artists, such as Edvard Munch and Vincent van Gogh.
- Kasiulis's legacy can be seen in the works of other Lithuanian artists, who have been inspired by his expressionist style.
Later Life and Work
Kasiulis continued to work as an artist until his death in 1995. His later work was marked by a focus on
abstract expressionism, which emphasized the process of creating art rather than the finished product. He was buried in the Pantin cemetery in Paris, and in 2018, he was reburied in Antakalnis Cemetery.
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