Artwork
Souvenir de Bretagne
Souvenir de Bretagne is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Paul Sérusier. It dates from 1895 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Souvenir de Bretagne is a 1895 lithograph by Paul Sérusier, printed in green on heavy Japan paper.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a serene scene of a woman in traditional Breton attire, lost in contemplation. The muted color palette evokes a sense of calmness and quiet reflection.
Technique & Style
Sérusier's use of lithography on Japan paper adds a unique texture to the work. Soft, gentle lines define the woman's figure, while subtle blends of green and brown create a peaceful background.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Paul Sérusier was a French painter who was a pioneer of abstract art and an inspiration for the avant-garde Nabis movement, Synthetism and Cloisonnism.
Etude de femme assise (Study of a Seated Woman)
Study of a Seated Woman
Tête de femme, profil à droite (Head of a Woman in Profile to the Right)
Croquis (Sketch)
Florence Leyland
The Potato Peeler
Draped Model
Kneeling in an Armchair
La petite fille tenant un bébé
Draped Model
Woman in a Cape (La Femme à la Pelerine)