Who painted Interior with Hanging Lamp (Interieur à la suspension)?

Interior with Hanging Lamp (Interieur à la suspension) was painted by Édouard Vuillard in 1899.

Where can I see Interior with Hanging Lamp (Interieur à la suspension)?

Interior with Hanging Lamp (Interieur à la suspension) is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Interior with Hanging Lamp (Interieur à la suspension)?

Interior with Hanging Lamp (Interieur à la suspension) is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Interior with Hanging Lamp (Interieur à la suspension)?

Museum-quality prints of Interior with Hanging Lamp (Interieur à la suspension) are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Interior with Hanging Lamp (Interieur à la suspension)

Édouard Vuillard , 1899

Interior with Hanging Lamp (Interieur à la suspension) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Édouard Vuillard. It dates from 1899 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:verso, lower right, in graphite: 142
Markings: Marked:verso, stamped in black ink: National Gallery of Art, Rosenwald Collection (Lugt 1932d)

About this work

Overview

Édouard Vuillard’s 1899 work Interior with Hanging Lamp is a color lithograph executed on China paper. The image presents a modest, dimly lit interior where a suspended lamp hangs without illuminating the space. A yellow curtain frames a window that offers only vague outlines of an urban scene beyond, while a small red object rests on a nearby shelf.

Subject & Meaning

The composition captures a quiet domestic setting, a recurring theme in Vuillard’s 1890s output. By emphasizing the muted atmosphere and the presence of everyday objects, the print conveys a sense of interior intimacy and the subtle tension between the private interior and the hinted exterior world beyond the window.

Technique & Style

Created with color lithography, the work relies on uneven, sketchy lines and layered washes of green, yellow, and red that appear hastily applied. The flat planes of color and decorative patterning reflect the influence of Japanese prints and the aesthetic priorities of the Nabis, focusing on the visual impression of a scene rather than precise detail.

History & Provenance

Vuillard produced this lithograph during his decade-long involvement with the avant‑garde group Les Nabis, a period marked by experimentation with print media and decorative design. The piece exemplifies his shift toward graphic reproduction, aligning with the group’s interest in merging fine art and applied arts.