Alice Frey facts for kids
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Alice Frey
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| Born | June 25, 1895, Antwerp, Belgium
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| Died | August 30, 1981 (aged 86) Ostend, Belgium
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| Nationality | Belgian |
| Education | Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp |
| Known for | Painting |
| Movement | Expressionism |
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Georges Marlier
(m. 1922–1968) |
Alice Frey (born June 25, 1895 – died August 30, 1981) was an important Belgian painter. She is known for her unique art style, which changed from Expressionism to something called magic realism later in her life.
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Alice Frey's Early Life
Alice Frey was born in Antwerp, Belgium, on June 25, 1895. She was one of three children in her family. Before becoming a painter, Alice trained to be a dressmaker. She even taught dressmaking as a school teacher for a while.
Moving During Wartime
During the First World War, many Belgian families had to leave their homes. Alice Frey's family also moved, settling in Ostend. It was in Ostend that Alice met a famous painter named James Ensor. He became a very good friend and encouraged her to explore her interest in art.
Becoming an Artist
After the war ended, Alice decided to study art seriously. She enrolled at the Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp. There, she learned how to draw and paint. This was a big step towards her career as an artist.
Alice Frey's Art Career
While studying art, Alice Frey met Georges Marlier. He was also an artist and later became a well-known art critic. Alice and Georges got married in 1922.
Working with Other Artists
Together, Alice and Georges were part of an art group called Lumière. This group published a journal to share their ideas. Alice also started another journal called Ça Ira. These journals were part of the avant-garde movement in Belgium during the 1920s. Avant-garde means new and experimental ideas in art.
Her Unique Painting Style
Alice Frey's paintings were shown in many exhibitions during her lifetime. Her early works were influenced by Expressionism. This style often shows strong feelings and ideas rather than just what things look like. Later, her art moved closer to a style called magic realism. This style mixes realistic details with dreamlike or magical elements.
Influences and Legacy
Alice Frey's art was influenced by other famous painters. These included Marc Chagall, her friend James Ensor, and Edgard Tytgat. Towards the end of her life, Alice became very deaf and lived alone in Ostend. When she passed away in 1981, many of her paintings were sold. However, she left a small collection of her work to Ostend, which people can still see today.
See also
In Spanish: Alice Frey para niños
