Interior Scene

Interior Scene

Pierre Bonnard

1905

oil

From the collection of Foundation E.G. Bührle Collection

About this work

This painting depicts a woman sitting in front of a mirror, with a window visible behind her. The woman is dressed in a dark jacket and a light blue scarf, and her reflection is visible in the mirror. The room is dimly lit, with the only light coming from the window. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of quiet contemplation, with the woman lost in thought as she gazes at her reflection. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of light and shadow, you might want to look into the technique of chiaroscuro.

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