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Marie Vassilieff
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Born (1884-02-12)February 12, 1884
Smolensk, Russia
Died May 14, 1957(1957-05-14) (aged 73)
Nogent-sur-Marne, France
Other names Mariya Ivanovna Vassiliéva
Alma mater Saint Petersburg Academy of Arts
Movement Cubism
Modigliani - Marie Vassilieff
Marie Vassilieff (around 1918) in a portrait by Amedeo Modigliani

Marie Vassilieff (born Mariya Ivanovna Vassiliéva) was a talented artist. She was born in Russia in 1884. Marie became a famous painter and set designer. She spent most of her life working in Paris, France.

Marie Vassilieff: A Life in Art

Marie Vassilieff was born on February 12, 1884. Her hometown was Smolensk, Russia. She loved art from a young age. Marie decided to study art seriously.

Her Art Education

Marie attended the Saint Petersburg Academy of Arts. This was a very respected art school in Russia. Later, she moved to Paris, France. There, she studied at the École des Beaux-Arts. She was even taught by the famous artist Henri Matisse. Matisse was known for his bright colors and bold shapes.

Founding Art Schools

In 1910, Marie helped start a new art school. It was called the Academie Russe in Paris. Artists from Russia and other countries came to learn there. A few years later, Marie opened her own school. It was called Academie Vassilieff. This school was in a lively part of Paris called Montparnasse.

A Special Canteen During Wartime

Academie Vassilieff became a very popular place. Many artists gathered there. During World War I, times were tough. Marie decided to help her fellow artists. She turned her art school into a special canteen. A canteen is like a cafeteria. She served inexpensive meals to artists in the neighborhood. This helped many people during a difficult time.

Marie's Legacy

Marie Vassilieff passed away on May 14, 1957. She died in Nogent-sur-Marne, France. Her former home and studio, Villa Vassilieff, is still important today. It has been used as an art gallery and a museum. It also serves as a study center for art. Marie Vassilieff is remembered for her art and her kindness.

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