Summer Hats
1897
oil
From the collection of Foundation E.G. Bührle Collection
1897
oil
From the collection of Foundation E.G. Bührle Collection
This painting shows two young women in a garden setting. They are dressed in white dresses and large summer hats adorned with flowers. The woman on the left is holding a flower in her right hand. The scene is depicted in a soft, impressionistic style, with loose brushstrokes and vivid colors. The focus is on the women and their hats, which are rendered in intricate detail. The painting's use of light and color creates a sense of warmth and tranquility, inviting the viewer to step into the serene garden scene. To learn more about the artist's use of color and light, look up the technique of chiaroscuro.
