Who painted Madame Hessel et la Manucure?

Madame Hessel et la Manucure was painted by Édouard Vuillard in 1906.

Where can I see Madame Hessel et la Manucure?

Madame Hessel et la Manucure is held by Kunsthaus Zürich.

What movement is Madame Hessel et la Manucure?

Madame Hessel et la Manucure is associated with Les Nabis.

Artwork

Madame Hessel et la Manucure

Édouard Vuillard , 1906

Madame Hessel et la Manucure is an oil painting by the Les Nabis artist Édouard Vuillard. It dates from 1906 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich.

About this work

Overview

Édouard Vuillard's 1906 painting 'Madame Hessel et la Manucure' is an oil on canvas work currently held in the Kunsthaus Zürich collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a dimly lit interior scene with a bed in the foreground, where a figure sits facing away from the viewer, surrounded by decorative elements like paintings on the walls and a small table.

Technique & Style

Vuillard employed muted colors and loose brushstrokes, characteristic of his post-Nabis style, which shifted towards greater realism. The use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, adding to the painting's emotional impact.

History & Provenance

Created in 1906, 'Madame Hessel et la Manucure' reflects Vuillard's association with the Nabis movement, a group he was part of from 1891 to 1900, known for its innovative use of color and form.