Galerie Lahumière Hosts Retrospective of Jean Leppien’s Abstract Art
The Galerie Lahumière in Paris is currently hosting a retrospective exhibition dedicated to Jean Leppien, a former Bauhaus student and opponent of the Nazi regime. Born Kurt Leppien in Lüneburg, Germany, in 1910, he studied under masters like Wassily Kandinsky and Paul Klee before fleeing to France in 1933 due to political persecution. After losing his German citizenship and surviving arrest by the Gestapo during World War II, Leppien became a French citizen and established himself as a significant figure in post-war geometric abstraction. The exhibition showcases works from 1946 to 1983, highlighting his evolution from rhythmic, curved forms to more severe, meditative geometric compositions. Leppien’s art aims to reveal a 'spiritual reality' through color and shape rather than representing the physical world. The gallery, founded by Jean-Claude and Anne Lahumière, has maintained a long-standing relationship with the artist since 1988. This small but impressive retrospective offers viewers a chance to explore Leppien’s mystical calm and innovative approach to non-figurative painting, with prices ranging from 4,500 to 30,000 euros. The exhibition runs until May 13th.
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Galerie Lahumière Hosts Retrospective of Jean Leppien’s Abstract Art
The Galerie Lahumière in Paris is currently hosting a retrospective exhibition dedicated to Jean Leppien, a former Bauhaus student and opponent of the Nazi regime. Born Kurt Leppien in Lüneburg, Germany, in 1910, he studied under masters like Wassily Kandinsky and Paul Klee before fleeing to France in 1933 due to political persecution. After losing his German citizenship and surviving arrest by the Gestapo during World War II, Leppien became a French citizen and established himself as a significant figure in post-war geometric abstraction. The exhibition showcases works from 1946 to 1983, highlighting his evolution from rhythmic, curved forms to more severe, meditative geometric compositions. Leppien’s art aims to reveal a 'spiritual reality' through color and shape rather than representing the physical world. The gallery, founded by Jean-Claude and Anne Lahumière, has maintained a long-standing relationship with the artist since 1988. This small but impressive retrospective offers viewers a chance to explore Leppien’s mystical calm and innovative approach to non-figurative painting, with prices ranging from 4,500 to 30,000 euros. The exhibition runs until May 13th.
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