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analytical cubism vs. synthetic cubism

analytical cubism

noun
  1. the early phase of cubism, chiefly characterized by a pronounced use of geometric shapes and by a tendency toward a monochromatic use of color.

synthetic cubism

noun
  1. the late phase of cubism, characterized chiefly by an increased use of color and the imitation or introduction of a wide range of textures and material into painting.