Who painted Paysage au soleil couchant. Le Cannet?

Paysage au soleil couchant. Le Cannet was painted by Pierre Bonnard in 1927.

Where can I see Paysage au soleil couchant. Le Cannet?

Paysage au soleil couchant. Le Cannet is held by Kunsthaus Zürich.

What movement is Paysage au soleil couchant. Le Cannet?

Paysage au soleil couchant. Le Cannet is associated with Les Nabis.

Artwork

Paysage au soleil couchant. Le Cannet

Pierre Bonnard , 1927

Paysage au soleil couchant. Le Cannet is an oil painting by the Les Nabis artist Pierre Bonnard. It dates from 1927 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich. Created in 1927, "Paysage au soleil couchant.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1927, "Paysage au soleil couchant. Le Cannet" is an oil on canvas by French painter Pierre Bonnard. The work measures a modest size and is part of the permanent collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich, where it is displayed among other early‑20th‑century French paintings.

Subject & Meaning

The composition presents a quiet outdoor scene: a few trees stand on a gently rolling hillside, while a solitary figure sits on the grass, observing the landscape. The muted palette of greens, browns and grays, together with a cloudy sky, conveys a subdued, contemplative atmosphere rather than a dramatic sunset.

Technique & Style

Bonnard employs soft, feathery brushwork for the foliage and distant hills, allowing light and shadow to suggest depth without sharp outlines. In contrast, the seated figure is rendered with more decisive, defined strokes, creating a subtle visual hierarchy that draws the eye to the human presence within the natural setting.

History & Provenance

After its completion, the painting entered private collections before being acquired by the Kunsthaus Zürich, where it has remained since the mid‑20th century. The museum’s acquisition records indicate the work was purchased as part of a broader effort to represent Bonnard’s later landscape period.

Context

During the 1920s Bonnard turned increasingly toward outdoor scenes, exploring the interplay of light, atmosphere and everyday life. "Paysage au soleil couchant" reflects this phase, aligning with his broader interest in capturing fleeting moments in nature while maintaining a personal, intimate perspective.

Artist & collection

Artist

Pierre Bonnard

Pierre Bonnard was a French painter, illustrator and printmaker, known especially for the stylized decorative qualities of his paintings and his bold use of color.