1894
oil
canvas
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Boy in a Red Vest is a 1894 oil by Paul Cezanne, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Museum of Modern Art.
The painting depicts a young boy sitting in a chair, wearing a red vest over a white shirt. His dark hair is neatly combed, and he gazes to the left with a neutral expression. The background is a simple, dark wall. The boy's posture and attire suggest a formal setting, possibly a portrait session. The artist's use of bold brushstrokes and vivid colors adds a sense of energy to the scene. To learn more about the artist's techniques, explore the concept of impasto, a painting method that involves applying thick layers of paint to create a textured surface.
Paul Cézanne was born on January 19, 1839, in Aix-en-Provence, the son of a hatter turned wealthy banker.
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