Artwork
The Red Room, Etretat
The Red Room, Etretat is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Félix Vallotton. It dates from 1899 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.
- Accession no.
- 94241
- Credit line
- Bequest of Mrs. Clive Runnells
About this work
Overview
The Red Room, Etretat is an oil on artist's board painting depicting a serene domestic scene. A stately woman sits in a predominantly red interior, accompanied by a baby on the floor.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is a moment of quiet intimacy between a woman and a baby. The woman's calm expression and the baby's absorbed playfulness convey a sense of peaceful coexistence. The baby's turned back adds to the private ambiance.
Technique & Style
The artist employs a distinctive color palette, juxtaposing the dominant red tones with the blue-white fireplace. Attention to detail is evident in the rendering of the red velvet chair and other room elements, characteristic of Félix Edouard Vallotton's style.
History & Provenance
Specific historical and provenance details about 'The Red Room, Etretat' are not provided in the available information.
Context
Understanding the artwork's context requires reference to Félix Edouard Vallotton's broader oeuvre, suggesting an exploration of his contributions to early 20th-century European art.
Legacy
The painting's legacy is not explicitly detailed in the provided information, though it reflects Vallotton's influence on depicting intimate, everyday scenes in a distinctive aesthetic.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Félix Édouard Vallotton (French: ; December 28, 1865 – December 29, 1925) was a Swiss and French painter and printmaker associated with the group of artists known as Les Nabis.
