Windows Open Simultaneously 1st Part, 3rd Motif
The Windows Open Simultaneously 1st Part, 3rd Motif painting by Robert Delaunay is a seminal work of the Orphism art movement. Created in 1912, this piece showcases Delaunay's innovative use of color and geometric shapes to create dynamic compositions.
The Influence of Cubism
Delaunay was heavily influenced by the Cubist movement, but he refused to use lines in his work. Instead, he painted with blocks of color, leading the viewer's eye from one patch to another related by hue and value. This technique can be seen in Windows Open Simultaneously 1st Part, 3rd Motif, where Delaunay uses various colored geometric shapes to depict the Eiffel Tower.The Importance of Color
Color gives depth—not perspectival, not successive, but simultaneous depth—as well as form and movement. Delaunay's use of color in Windows Open Simultaneously 1st Part, 3rd Motif is a prime example of his belief that color can create depth and movement. By using various shades and hues, Delaunay leads the viewer's eye around the painting, creating a sense of depth and motion.About Robert Delaunay
Robert Delaunay (12 April 1885 – 25 October 1941) was a French artist known for his contributions to the Orphism art movement. His later works were more abstract, reminiscent of Paul Klee. Delaunay's key influence related to bold use of color and a clear love of experiment. You can find more information about Robert Delaunay on ArtsDot.com.Hand-Made Oil Painting Reproductions
At ArtsDot.com, we offer hand-made oil painting reproductions of Robert Delaunay's Windows Open Simultaneously 1st Part, 3rd Motif. Our skilled artists use high-quality materials to create a faithful reproduction of the original painting, ensuring that every detail is captured.- Museum Quality: Our oil paintings are made with premium materials and are created by our talented artists to replicate the original in its entirety. The canvas is stretched over a kiln-dried wooden frame, the paint is applied with a brush or palette knife, and the final varnish protects the painting from dirt, dust, and UV rays.
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Robert Delaunay (1885 – 1941)
Discover Robert Delaunay (1885-1941), a pioneer of Orphism & Cubism. Explore his vibrant, abstract paintings – from the Eiffel Tower series to 'Simultaneous Contrasts' – and lasting influence on modern art.
About this artwork
- Title: Windows Open Simultaneously 1st Part, 3rd Motif
- Artist: Robert Delaunay
- Year: 1912
- Format: Panoramic
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Movement: Orphism
- Creative period: Early Orphism
- Corpus context: cubism influence , geometric forms
- Main color: Rosy Brown
- Perceived brightness: brilliant
Quick Facts
- Location: Guggenheim Museum, Tate Modern
- Movement: Orphism
- Influences:
- Cubism
- Neoimpressionism
- Medium: Oil on canvas
- Title: Windows Open Simultaneously 1st Part, 3rd Motif
- Artist: Robert Delaunay
- Notable elements: Geometric shapes, color blocks

