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Leonor Fini

Leonor Fini

Argentina • 1907 • 68 followers

Nationality

Argentinean

Categories

Printmakers

Artistic movements

Feminist Art, Latin American Art

Themes

Portrait, Nude, Animal

Biography

Leonor Fini (1908–1996) was a celebrated Argentinean artist of Italian origin, known for her captivating surrealist paintings. Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and raised in Italy, Fini was exposed to an environment rich in art and culture, which significantly influenced her creative path. She began painting at the age of 17 and soon moved to Milan to pursue her passion for art. 

In 1937, Fini relocated to Paris, where she became part of the surrealist movement, befriending prominent figures like André Breton, Georges Bataille, Max Ernst, Paul Éluard, and Victor Brauner. Her involvement with these influential artists deeply shaped her approach to painting, and she explored the surrealist theories and concepts that dominated the period.

Throughout her career, Leonor Fini maintained her artistic independence, delving into diverse themes such as eroticism, youth, cruelty, and celebration. Her art primarily focused on women, portraying them as both seductive enchantresses and angelic priestesses. The sensual and mysterious qualities of her female subjects made her works deeply impactful and alluring. 

Fini's talent extended beyond painting, as she worked as a costume designer and decorator for various theatrical productions. She also created numerous portraits of friends and famous personalities, further solidifying her influence in both the art and cultural communities. 

Over the course of her career, Leonor Fini participated in more than 45 solo and group exhibitions across Europe. Her unique style and powerful portrayal of female figures inspired poets, writers, and filmmakers, with nine films dedicated to her life and work.

Leonor Fini passed away in 1996 in the Paris region, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the surrealist movement. Her contributions to art, particularly her exploration of gender, identity, and sensuality, continue to captivate audiences worldwide.

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Print, Le Livre de Monelle 18, Leonor Fini

Le Livre de Monelle 18

Print . 49 x 32 cm Print . 19.3 x 12.6 inch

CHF 243

Print, Le Livre de Monelle 14, Leonor Fini

Le Livre de Monelle 14

Print . 49 x 32 cm Print . 19.3 x 12.6 inch

CHF 243

Print, Le Livre de Monelle 12, Leonor Fini

Le Livre de Monelle 12

Print . 49 x 32 cm Print . 19.3 x 12.6 inch

CHF 243

Print, Le Livre de Monelle 16, Leonor Fini

Le Livre de Monelle 16

Print . 49 x 32 cm Print . 19.3 x 12.6 inch

CHF 243

Print, Le Livre de Monelle 15, Leonor Fini

Le Livre de Monelle 15

Print . 49 x 32 cm Print . 19.3 x 12.6 inch

CHF 243

Print, Le Livre de Monelle 5, Leonor Fini

Le Livre de Monelle 5

Print . 49 x 32 cm Print . 19.3 x 12.6 inch

CHF 243

Print, Le Livre de Monelle 7, Leonor Fini

Le Livre de Monelle 7

Print . 49 x 32 cm Print . 19.3 x 12.6 inch

CHF 243

Print, Portrait de femme, Leonor Fini

Portrait de femme

Print . 65 x 49 x 0.1 cm Print . 25.6 x 19.3 x 0 inch

CHF 291

Print, Le livre de Monelle 22, Leonor Fini

Le livre de Monelle 22

Print . 49 x 32 x 0.1 cm Print . 19.3 x 12.6 x 0 inch

CHF 243

Print, Voyage, Leonor Fini

Voyage

Print . 46 x 55 cm Print . 18.1 x 21.7 inch

CHF 826

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Print, A son chevet, Leonor Fini

A son chevet

Print . 43 x 33 cm Print . 16.9 x 13 inch

CHF 388

Print, Vesper Express, Leonor Fini

Vesper Express

Print . 67.5 x 50 x 1 cm Print . 26.6 x 19.7 x 0.4 inch

CHF 4,761

Print, La Leçon de Botanique, Leonor Fini

La Leçon de Botanique

Print . 67.5 x 50 x 1 cm Print . 26.6 x 19.7 x 0.4 inch

CHF 4,663

Print, La ronde, Leonor Fini

La ronde

Print . 50 x 65 cm Print . 19.7 x 25.6 inch

CHF 243

Print, Sans titre (160), Leonor Fini

Sans titre (160)

Print . 50 x 65 cm Print . 19.7 x 25.6 inch

CHF 243

Print, Sans titre (158), Leonor Fini

Sans titre (158)

Print . 50 x 65 cm Print . 19.7 x 25.6 inch

CHF 243

Print, La Fanfarlo 12, Leonor Fini

La Fanfarlo 12

Print . 37 x 28 cm Print . 14.6 x 11 inch

CHF 340

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Print, Histoire d'O, Leonor Fini

Histoire d'O

Print . 38 x 28 x 0.05 cm Print . 15 x 11 x 0 inch

CHF 632

Print, Deux Femmes, Leonor Fini

Deux Femmes

Print . 32.5 x 46 x 0.2 cm Print . 12.8 x 18.1 x 0.1 inch

CHF 291

Print, Femmes, Leonor Fini

Femmes

Print . 32.5 x 46 x 0.2 cm Print . 12.8 x 18.1 x 0.1 inch

CHF 291

Print, Le Concile d'Amour 18, Leonor Fini

Le Concile d'Amour 18

Print . 66 x 51 x 0.1 cm Print . 26 x 20.1 x 0 inch

CHF 583

Print, Le Livre de Monelle 9, Leonor Fini

Le Livre de Monelle 9

Print . 49 x 32 cm Print . 19.3 x 12.6 inch

CHF 243

Print, L'habillage, Leonor Fini

L'habillage

Print . 69 x 53 cm Print . 27.2 x 20.9 inch

CHF 379

Print, Le Livre de Monelle 11, Leonor Fini

Le Livre de Monelle 11

Print . 49 x 32 cm Print . 19.3 x 12.6 inch

CHF 243

Print, Le Livre de Monelle 6, Leonor Fini

Le Livre de Monelle 6

Print . 49 x 32 cm Print . 19.3 x 12.6 inch

CHF 243

Print, Le Livre de Monelle 2, Leonor Fini

Le Livre de Monelle 2

Print . 49 x 32 cm Print . 19.3 x 12.6 inch

CHF 243

Print, La Fanfarlo 9, Leonor Fini

La Fanfarlo 9

Print . 37 x 28 cm Print . 14.6 x 11 inch

CHF 340

Print, Monsieur Vénus, Leonor Fini

Monsieur Vénus

Print . 41 x 32 x 0.1 cm Print . 16.1 x 12.6 x 0 inch

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Fine Art Drawings, Personnages, Leonor Fini

Personnages

Fine Art Drawings . 40.5 x 31 x 1 cm Fine Art Drawings . 15.9 x 12.2 x 0.4 inch

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Print, Monsieur Vénus, Leonor Fini

Monsieur Vénus

Print . 41 x 32 x 0.1 cm Print . 16.1 x 12.6 x 0 inch

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Fine Art Drawings, Le fouet, Leonor Fini

Le fouet

Fine Art Drawings . 36 x 25 x 1 cm Fine Art Drawings . 14.2 x 9.8 x 0.4 inch

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Print, Monsieur Vénus, Leonor Fini

Monsieur Vénus

Print . 41 x 32 x 0.1 cm Print . 16.1 x 12.6 x 0 inch

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Print, La colère, Leonor Fini

La colère

Print . 41 x 33 x 0.01 cm Print . 16.1 x 13 x 0 inch

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Print, Chat en robe rouge, Leonor Fini

Chat en robe rouge

Print . 32 x 24 x 0.2 cm Print . 12.6 x 9.4 x 0.1 inch

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Print, Les mille et une nuits, Leonor Fini

Les mille et une nuits

Print . 53 x 73 x 0.1 cm Print . 20.9 x 28.7 x 0 inch

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Print, La sauvage, Leonor Fini

La sauvage

Print . 50 x 60 cm Print . 19.7 x 23.6 inch

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Print, Untitled, Leonor Fini

Untitled

Print . 32 x 24 cm Print . 12.6 x 9.4 inch

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Print, Monsieur Vénus, Leonor Fini

Monsieur Vénus

Print . 41 x 32 x 0.1 cm Print . 16.1 x 12.6 x 0 inch

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Print, Untitled, Leonor Fini

Untitled

Print . 32 x 24 cm Print . 12.6 x 9.4 inch

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Print, Untitled, Leonor Fini

Untitled

Print . 32 x 24 cm Print . 12.6 x 9.4 inch

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Print, S&M le chat roux, Leonor Fini

S&M le chat roux

Print . 53.5 x 72.5 x 0.2 cm Print . 21.1 x 28.5 x 0.1 inch

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Print, L'interdite, Leonor Fini

L'interdite

Print . 50 x 65 cm Print . 19.7 x 25.6 inch

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Print, Scène de danse, Leonor Fini

Scène de danse

Print . 67 x 50 cm Print . 26.4 x 19.7 inch

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Print, Untitled, Leonor Fini

Untitled

Print . 32 x 24 cm Print . 12.6 x 9.4 inch

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Print, Monsieur Vénus, Leonor Fini

Monsieur Vénus

Print . 41 x 32 x 0.1 cm Print . 16.1 x 12.6 x 0 inch

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Print, Monsieur Vénus, Leonor Fini

Monsieur Vénus

Print . 41 x 32 x 0.1 cm Print . 16.1 x 12.6 x 0 inch

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Print, L'envie, Leonor Fini

L'envie

Print . 41 x 33 x 0.01 cm Print . 16.1 x 13 x 0 inch

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Print, Monsieur Vénus, Leonor Fini

Monsieur Vénus

Print . 41 x 32 x 0.1 cm Print . 16.1 x 12.6 x 0 inch

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