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Madame Cézanne in a Red Dress, by Paul Cezanne, oil, 1894

Madame Cézanne in a Red Dress

Paul Cezanne

1894

oil

canvas

From the collection of São Paulo Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Madame Cézanne in a Red Dress is a 1894 oil by Paul Cezanne, a Post-Impressionism work, depicting Marie-hortense Fiquet, held at São Paulo Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Paul Cezanne
When & what style?
1894 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
São Paulo Museum of Art

About this work

This painting features a woman sitting with her hands in her lap, wearing a long-sleeved red dress. Her dark hair is pulled back, and she gazes directly at the viewer with a neutral expression. The background is a muted greenish-gray color. The woman's attire and hairstyle suggest a sense of simplicity and modesty. Her direct gaze creates a sense of intimacy and connection with the viewer. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, you might want to look up Paul Cézanne.

About the artist

Portrait of Paul Cezanne
Artist

Paul Cezanne

Paul Cézanne was born on January 19, 1839, in Aix-en-Provence, the son of a hatter turned wealthy banker.

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