Who painted Les Bretonnes au Pardon?

Les Bretonnes au Pardon was painted by Pascal Dagnan-Bouveret in 1894.

Where can I see Les Bretonnes au Pardon?

Les Bretonnes au Pardon is held by Calouste Gulbenkian Museum.

What movement is Les Bretonnes au Pardon?

Les Bretonnes au Pardon is associated with Naturalism.

Can I buy a print of Les Bretonnes au Pardon?

Museum-quality prints of Les Bretonnes au Pardon are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Les Bretonnes au Pardon

Pascal Dagnan-Bouveret , 1894

Les Bretonnes au Pardon is an oil painting by the Naturalist artist Pascal Dagnan-Bouveret. It dates from 1894 and is held in the collection of the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum.

About this work

Overview

Les Bretonnes au Pardon is an 1887 oil painting depicting a serene scene of seven Breton women seated in a churchyard, awaiting the commencement of a religious ceremony.

Subject & Meaning

The painting captures the quiet, devout nature of the women, conveying simplicity and piety through their calm demeanour as they wait for the pardon ceremony to start.

Technique & Style

Dagnan-Bouveret employed a predominantly sombre tonal palette to create a contemplative atmosphere, characteristic of his academic style with a focus on realism and emotional depth.

History & Provenance

Created in 1887 by French painter Pascal Dagnan-Bouveret, the work reflects his interest in depicting everyday religious life with dignity and realism.

Context

Set in a Breton churchyard, the scene is rooted in the regional religious traditions of Brittany, highlighting the importance of pardons in local Catholic practices.