Small Flowers of Saint Francis
1928
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1928
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This print shows a central scene framed by a border of stylized flowers and vines. Inside the box, a group of people—some standing, some kneeling—are arranged around a figure at the center. Their bodies are simple, almost sketchy, with flowing lines and little detail. The border around them is packed with swirling leaves and blossoms, all drawn in the same bold, flat style. The people in the center look like they’re gathered for something important, maybe a ceremony or a meeting. The artist used only two colors—black and a reddish-brown—so everything stands out clearly against the light background. Look up Émile Bernard to see how his early work changed over time.
