Auguste Chabaud
(1882-1955)

Auguste Chabaud was a French painter and sculptor who worked in Fauve, Cubist and Expressionist styles. Born in Nimes, he studied at the art school in Avignon at the age of 14 where he worked under Pierre Grivolas. By the turn of the century, Chabaud moved to Paris where he became friends with fellow artists Matisse and Derain. Though he is typically not as well known as his contemporaries, critics have hailed Chabaud as being one of the best provincial painters of the early 20th century.

Provencal Scenery


Sculpture
 

In 1901, Chabaud embarked on a journey to the African west coast in order to earn a living. From 1903 to 1906, Chabaud is stationed in Tunisia to serve in the military. Here, he sketches the natives and scenes of bars filled with women and sailors.

Upon his return to Paris in 1907, Chabaud exhibits in the Salon d’Independants where he is finally noticed by art collectors and critics. This year also marks Chabaud’s influence from the cabarets and cafés, and general Parisian nightlife.

Yvett in a Dress, 1907
 

By 1911, Chabaud begins to heavily work in the Cubist style, and in 1920, signs of his blue period begin to surface in his compositions. Chabaud marries in 1921 and has 8 children, and lives the rest of his life in general seclusion.

Le Berger
 

Chabaud’s style typically encompassed a mixture of Parisian city life and country landscapes. Because he experimented and studied a number of different styles, his somber landscapes may seem in striking contrast to his bold and vivacious cabaret scenes.

Woman


St. Jeanette
 

Today, Chabaud’s work is housed worldwide, and especially in the Auguste Chabaud Museum in Graveson, France. During his lifetime, his work was exposed in New York, Chicago, Boston and all over Europe.

Hotel Luxe

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