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Proto-Cubism

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
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Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Proto-Cubism refers to an early stage in the development of Cubism where artists began experimenting with geometric shapes, multiple viewpoints, and breaking down forms into simpler elements.

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