Palace Interior

Edouard Vuillard

Created:
Movement:
1905
Post-Impressionism
key Notes:
Intimate Atmosphere, Decorative Patterns
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Dimensions:
16 5/8 × 23 7/16 in. (42.2 × 59.5 cm)
medium:
Oil on paper, glued on cardboard, and mounted on wood
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Édouard Vuillard's "Palace Interior" (1905)

"Palace Interior" by Édouard Vuillard, created in 1905, exemplifies the artist's mastery in capturing intimate domestic spaces through the medium of oil on paper, glued on cardboard, and mounted on wood. Vuillard, a prominent member of the Nabis group, was known for his ability to blend Impressionist influences with a unique decorative style, emphasizing pattern and color. This work reflects Vuillard's interest in the interplay of light and shadow within interior settings, a recurring theme in his oeuvre. The painting's composition and technique highlight Vuillard's innovative approach to surface texture and depth, contributing to the broader Post-Impressionist movement. Vuillard's work, including "Palace Interior," played a significant role in the transition from traditional Impressionism to more abstract and symbolic forms of expression in early 20th-century art. His contributions continue to be celebrated for their influence on modern interior and decorative art.

Description of the work:

"Palace Interior" by Édouard Vuillard, created in 1905, is an oil painting on paper, glued on cardboard, and mounted on wood, exemplifying the artist's intimate and decorative style characteristic of the Nabi movement. The artwork captures a richly detailed interior scene, reflecting Vuillard's focus on domestic spaces and his use of muted colors and intricate patterns.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Palace Interior