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Biography of Roger Worms
Roger Worms (born 1907 in Epernay, Paris) is a 20th-century French painter. He was trained at the École des Arts Décoratifs in Paris, where he later became a professor. His journey was marked by active participation in the French artistic scene, notably at the 1937 World Exhibition in Paris. His work is distinguished by a deep attachment to the representation of everyday life, landscapes and light.
Artistic career
Throughout his career, Roger Worms exhibited in many salons and galleries, and received several awards, including the great vermeil medal of the City of Paris. His work is praised for his sense of composition and his mastery of classical techniques. He creates oil on canvas as well as watercolours, addressing various subjects such as ports, rural scenes or still life.
Style and influences
Close in the spirit of modern figurative currents, Worms develops a personal style at the crossroads of poetic realism and post-impressionist sensitivity. He is interested in light, calm atmospheres and simplicity of things. His universe sometimes evokes the intimate atmospheres of painters like Maurice Utrillo or Georges Laporte, while maintaining an original and contemporary touch.
The works of Roger Worms at Galerie 125
Gallery 125 offers for sale works by Roger Worms, mainly oil on canvas and watercolours. These creations, imprinted with sensitivity and balance, enrich a selection of modern art alongside other French painters of the 20th century such as Jean-Pierre Alaux, Paul Girol or André Hamburg. Art lovers will discover sea scenes, serene landscapes and intimate compositions faithful to the artist's universe.