Seated man
- Artist
- Roger de La Fresnaye
- Date
- 1914 ; France
- Style
- Cubism
- Genre
- Portrait
- Location
- Musée des Beaux-Arts de Rouen
"Seated Man" is a compelling Cubism painting that exemplifies the early-20th-century avant-garde movement originating in Paris. Created using Oil on canvas, it depicts a portrait of a seated figure, broken into geometric forms and multiple perspectives characteristic of Cubist innovation. The artwork challenges traditional representation, emphasizing abstracted shapes and fragmented planes, which revolutionized not only painting but also influenced music, ballet, literature, and architecture. "Seated Man" reflects the movement’s drive toward viewing subjects from multiple angles simultaneously.
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