Georges Braque birds are instantly recognisable. The breathtaking modernism of Georges Braque’s graphic work is what makes it unique. He concentrated on particular motifs in his sparse collection of graphic works. He was greatly influenced by mythology and began to paint figurative themes, focusing in particular on horses and vintage carriages. The still life, particularly the tea cans combined with fruits or lemons, was another significant subject. Realizing how the objects are “coming to life” in these paintings is a sheer source of joy.

The principal theme of Braque’s latter work—birds in flight—had the most variations and the highest level of abstraction. He claimed that the true still life is a bird flying high in the sky. These lithographs, woodcuts, and etchings are so vibrant and contemporary because of the skillful way Braque exploited printing processes.

 

 

 

 

Georges Braque birds and other prints.