Children's Pastime (Jeux d'enfants)

Édouard Vuillard, published 1897

The image shows an overhead view of a park setting. The horizon is high, with soft outlines of trees and structures blending into the distance. In the foreground, a woman with a parasol is depicted in fluid brushstrokes, conveying motion. The brushwork is loose and lively, creating a carefree atmosphere. The color palette is warm, with bright yellow dominating and accents of blues and reds. Small figures and trees are seen in the background, with a light yellow sky above.
Artist
Édouard Vuillard
Date
published 1897
Type
Print
Medium
color lithograph on China paper
Dimensions
42.8 × 57.3 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image shows an overhead view of a park setting. The horizon is high, with soft outlines of trees and structures blending into the distance. In the foreground, a woman with a parasol is depicted in fluid brushstrokes, conveying motion. The brushwork is loose and lively, creating a carefree atmosphere. The color palette is warm, with bright yellow dominating and accents of blues and reds. Small figures and trees are seen in the background, with a light yellow sky above.

Édouard Vuillard