Who painted The Bakery (La patiserie)?

The Bakery (La patiserie) was painted by Ambroise Vollard in 1899.

Where can I see The Bakery (La patiserie)?

The Bakery (La patiserie) is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Bakery (La patiserie)?

The Bakery (La patiserie) is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of The Bakery (La patiserie)?

Museum-quality prints of The Bakery (La patiserie) are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

The Bakery (La patiserie)

Ambroise Vollard , 1899

The Bakery (La patiserie) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Ambroise Vollard. It dates from 1899 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower left corner, below image, in graphite: 41
Markings: Marked:verso, stamped in black ink: National Gallery of Art, Rosenwald Collection (Lugt 1932d)

About this work

Overview

The Bakery (La patiserie) is a 1899 color lithograph on china paper by Ambroise Vollard, depicting a vibrant, impressionistic bakery scene characterized by bold colors and textured brushwork.

Subject & Meaning

The print showcases a bustling bakery, with a prominent red 'PATISSERIE' sign on a pink wall and a figure in a green apron and red hat tending to trays on a counter, evoking a sense of everyday activity.

Technique & Style

Vollard employed thick, uneven brushstrokes in the lithograph's design, creating a rough, textured appearance that imbues the scene with dynamic energy, resembling a spontaneous capture.

History & Provenance

Created in 1899, specific provenance details of 'The Bakery' are not provided here, highlighting only its creation year and artist.

Context

As a lithograph, 'The Bakery' utilizes a printmaking technique allowing for widespread reproduction, potentially making the artwork more accessible to a broader audience during its time.