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From "La redemption par les betes"

published 1959

Pierre Bonnard

Associated Names

Pierre Bonnard

Artist, French, 1867 - 1947

The image features a minimalist scene with an elevated viewpoint. The horizon is high in the composition, showing a building and potentially a few palm trees. There are two roughly sketched figures in the foreground, depicted with dynamic brushstrokes against a white background. The color scheme is primarily neutral gray, creating a monochromatic look. The style appears loose and spontaneous, indicating quick brush movements.

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Artwork overview

Medium

lithograph in olive-gray on japan paper
Credit Line

Rosenwald Collection
Accession Number

1964.8.2972
Catalogue Raisonné

Bouvet 1981, undescribed

The image shows fluid and sporadic lines creating abstract shapes. The composition includes forms resembling floating musical notes or shells, a curved neck and body of a string instrument, and an undulating landscape. The loose, freeform lines suggest movement and texture like gentle waves or natural terrain. — Frontispiece from "La redemption par les betes"

Pierre Bonnard

1959

This is a photograph of a piece of paper with printed French text in the center. The text states "Suite complète des 39 lithographies de PIERRE BONNARD sur Japon nacré." The paper appears slightly yellowed with uneven edges. The image captures the printed text on a textured background. — La redemption par les betes

Pierre Bonnard

1959

This image shows a sailing ship on the water. The horizon is slightly below the center, where the sea meets the sky. The ship is off-center to the right, featuring multiple masts with sails. Above the horizon, a circular form is on the left with some cloud-like lines. The style is minimalist with black lines on an off-white background. — From "La redemption par les betes"

Pierre Bonnard

1959

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1952

Roger-Marx, Claude. Bonnard lithographe. Monte Carlo: Andre Sauret, 1952.

Wikidata ID

Q65511615

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