1879 — 1949

Nationality: France

Othon Friesz was a French painter associated with Fauvism and Post-Impressionism. A friend of Matisse and Derain, he took part in the early Fauvist movement before turning to a more classical style, seeking balance between structure and color. His work, noted for vigorous brushwork and warm tones, spans landscapes, nudes, and still lifes.