Lyonel Charles

Lyonel Feininger (1871-1956) was a German-American painter and printmaker who was associated with various modernist movements of the early 20th century, including Expressionism, Cubism, and Bauhaus.

Feininger's early work was characterized by a distinctive blend of Cubism and Expressionism, with his paintings featuring fragmented forms and bold, bright colors. He was also an accomplished printmaker, creating woodcuts and lithographs that often featured whimsical, abstracted images.

In 1919, Feininger was invited to join the faculty of the Bauhaus, a progressive school of art and design that aimed to integrate art and technology. He taught at the Bauhaus for several years, during which time he continued to develop his unique style, incorporating elements of geometric abstraction and emphasizing the role of color and form.