Albert Bloch facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Albert Bloch
|
|
|---|---|
Albert Bloch in his studio, Munich
|
|
| Born | August 2, 1882 August 2, 1882 Saint Louis, Missouri, US
|
| Died | March 23, 1961 (aged 78) March 23, 1961 Lawrence, Kansas, US
|
| Education | Chicago Academy of Fine Arts, St. Louis School of Fine Arts |
| Known for | Painter |
Albert Bloch (born August 2, 1882 – died March 23, 1961) was an important American Modernist artist. He was known for his unique style of art. Bloch was the only American artist to join a famous European art group. This group was called Der Blaue Reiter (The Blue Rider). They were active in the early 1900s.
Contents
Biography
Early Life and Art Training
Albert Bloch was born in St. Louis, Missouri, on August 2, 1882. He loved art from a young age. He studied at the St. Louis School of Fine Arts. He also attended the Chicago Academy of Fine Arts.
From 1901 to 1903, he created comic strips. He also drew cartoons for the St. Louis Star newspaper. Later, from 1905 to 1908, he worked as a caricaturist. He also illustrated for a weekly magazine called The Mirror.
Joining Der Blaue Reiter
From 1909 to 1921, Bloch lived and worked mostly in Germany. During this time, he became part of Der Blaue Reiter. This was a group of artists who were creating new, modern art. Being the only American in this group was very special.
Life Back in America
After World War I ended, Bloch returned to the United States. He taught at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago for one year. Then, he became a department head at the University of Kansas. He taught there until he retired in 1947.
Albert Bloch passed away on March 23, 1961. He died in Lawrence, Kansas.
Albert Bloch had two sons with his first wife, Hortense. His son, Bernard Bloch, became a well-known American linguist.
Where to See His Art
Albert Bloch's artwork is displayed in many famous museums. You can find his paintings at the Art Institute of Chicago. His art is also in The Jewish Museum and the Museum of Modern Art. Other places include the Smithsonian American Art Museum. The Whitney Museum of American Art also has his work.
Selected Works
-
Albert Bloch, 1902, "Prof. Wayupski's Aerial Stunts", St. Louis Star
-
Albert Bloch, 1913, Summer Night, oil on canvas, 119 x 114 cm
