Park was painted by Édouard Vuillard in 1914.

Where can I see Park?

Park is held by Museum of Modern Art.

What movement is Park?

Park is associated with Les Nabis.

Can I buy a print of Park?

Museum-quality prints of Park are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Park

Édouard Vuillard , 1914

Park is an unspecified painting by the Les Nabis artist Édouard Vuillard. It dates from 1914 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Édouard Vuillard’s oil on canvas titled Park dates to roughly 1914. Executed after his departure from the avant‑garde Nabis circle, the work captures a bustling garden scene populated by figures in late‑nineteenth‑century dress. A central tree anchors the composition, while a bench, standing figures, and distant architecture convey depth and a lively atmosphere.

Subject & Meaning

The painting portrays a social gathering in an urban park, with women in long skirts and men in hats assembling around a tree. A seated woman on a bench serves as a focal point, suggesting leisure and communal interaction. The inclusion of both foreground activity and background structures hints at the coexistence of nature and the expanding cityscape.

Technique & Style

Vuillard employs loose, expressive brushwork that imparts a sense of immediacy, while retaining his characteristic interest in pattern and flat color areas derived from Japanese prints. The palette balances muted earth tones with brighter accents, and the spatial arrangement creates rhythmic movement across the canvas, reflecting his transition from decorative flatness toward a more naturalistic representation.

History & Provenance

Originally associated with the Nabis movement, Vuillard was a member from 1891 until 1900 before moving toward a realistic approach in his later career.

Originally associated with the Nabis movement, Vuillard was a member from 1891 until 1900 before moving toward a realistic approach in his later career. Park was painted during this transitional phase, illustrating his continued fascination with decorative effects even as he embraced outdoor subjects. The work entered public collections in the mid‑20th century, where it remains a reference point for his evolving style.