Cubism was an art movement that emerged in the early 20th century, pioneered by artists such as Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque. It sought to depict objects, including human figures, in a fragmented and abstracted manner. In the context of Cubist figure studies, artists would break down the human form into geometric shapes (often monochrome), such as cubes, spheres, and cones, and then rearrange these shapes to create a new, abstract representation of the figure.
Cubism had a profound impact on the development of modern art, influencing not only painting but also sculpture, architecture, and other art forms. It played a significant role in the evolution of abstract art.
