Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fauve
noun/adjective
/foʊv/
Definition
A term derived from the French word for ‘wild beast,’ it refers to a style of painting characterized by bold colors and brushwork.
Examples
- The Fauve movement was known for its use of vibrant, non-naturalistic colors.
- Henri Matisse is considered one of the leading figures of the Fauvist movement.
Meaning
In the context of art, Fauvism was an early 20th-century movement that emphasized painterly qualities and strong color over the representational or realistic values retained by Impressionism.
Synonyms
- Wild
- Vivid
- Colorful
