Aria de Bach 1913

"Aria de Bach," created in 1913 by Georges Braque, is a prime example of the artist's Cubist style, characterized by fragmented shapes and the incorporation of real materials, in this case, a piece of wood. The composition depicts a guitar, its form suggested by simplified lines and overlapping planes, against a backdrop of black and white paper. The title, "Aria de Bach," hints at the musical inspiration for this work, further blurring the lines between reality and abstraction. Braque's innovative technique, known as "papier collé," revolutionized art by introducing tangible elements into the canvas, pushing the boundaries of artistic expression.