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Four Elements

1924. .

Fig. 1. Mainie Jellett, Four Elements, 1924. Shown as the reproduction you are specifying: , .

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Artist Biography

Mainie Jellett (1897-1944) was a pioneering Irish abstract painter. Explore her Cubist & non-representational works, often inspired by religious themes. A key figure in modern Irish art.

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Mainie Jellett

Mainie Jellett

1897 - 1944, Ireland

Quick facts about Mainie Jellett

  • Full Name: Mainie Jellett
  • Nationality: Irish
  • Date Of Birth: 1897
  • Date Of Death: 1944
  • Place Of Birth: Dublin, Ireland
  • Notable Artworks: ['Decoration (1923)']
  • Artistic Movement Or Style: Cubism, Abstract art
  • Artists Who Influenced This Artist:
    • Walter Sickert
    • André Lhote
    • Albert Gleizes

Artist Biography

Early Life and Education

  • Born: Dublin, Ireland (April 29, 1897)
  • Died: February 16, 1944
  • Parents: William Morgan Jellett (barrister and MP), Janet McKenzie Stokes.
  • Early artistic training with Elizabeth Yeats, Sarah Cecilia Harrison, and Mary Manning.
  • Studied at the Metropolitan School of Art in Dublin (teachers included William Orpen).
  • Attended Westminster Technical Institute in London under Walter Sickert.
  • Won the Taylor Art Scholarship in 1920.

Parisian Influences and Artistic Development

  • Moved to Paris with Evie Hone in 1921.
  • Studied cubism under André Lhote and Albert Gleizes.
  • Exploration of non-representational art, influenced by Cézanne's analytical approach.
  • Developed a distinctive style incorporating rhythm, colour, and abstract forms.
  • Her artistic philosophy involved three revolutions inspired by Sickert, Lhote, and Gleizes.

Key Works and Artistic Style

  • Decoration (1923): One of the first abstract paintings exhibited in Ireland, caused considerable controversy.
  • Artwork often features religious titles and icon-like qualities despite being non-representational.
  • Style characterized by arcs of colour, rhythmic lines, and a sense of abstract perspective.
  • Exploration of light and color to create depth and intensity.

Recognition and Historical Significance

  • Early proponent of abstract art in Ireland.
  • Championed the modernist movement despite facing criticism.
  • Co-founded the Irish Exhibition of Living Art in 1943 with Evie Hone, Louis le Brocquy, Jack Hanlon, and Norah McGuinness.
  • Her work is present in museums throughout Ireland.
  • Jellett believed artists were essential for societal spiritual health.
  • Significant figure in Irish art history, bridging traditional and modern artistic approaches.

Legacy

  • Mainie Jellett's pioneering spirit helped pave the way for abstract art to be accepted in Ireland.
  • Her dedication to promoting modernism influenced generations of Irish artists.
  • She remains a significant figure in the history of Irish art, recognized for her innovative style and unwavering commitment to artistic expression.

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AllPaintingsStore.com, “Mainie Jellett, Four Elements (1924)”, https://allpaintingsstore.com/en/art/mainie-jellett-four-elements-AQRPBV-en/ (accessed 3 October 2026).

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