Breton girl with a red umbrella - Emile Bernard
The young Breton girl in the rain: Emile Bernard's pictorial sensitivity
In this composition, the
Breton Girl with a Red Umbrella stands out through a subtle balance between lines and color blocks. The contrasting tones — vivid red of the object, the monochrome of the clothing, and the grayish sky — create an atmosphere that is both melancholic and lively, where the figure gains presence thanks to a streamlined line and a structured palette. The brushstroke, inspired by Synthétism, favors flat surfaces and the simplification of forms to reveal emotion rather than detail. This art print of Breton Girl with a Red Umbrella faithfully reproduces the original intent, offering a direct view of the village scene.
by Emile Bernard, master of Post-Impressionism and Synthétism
Emile Bernard occupies a unique place between Post-Impressionism and Synthétism, alongside contemporaries such as Paul Gauguin and Vincent van Gogh. His work, marked by the pursuit of clear lines and symbolic colors, reflects a desire for formal simplification inherited from exchanges within the avant-gardes of the late 19th century. Bernard contributed to renewing the pictorial language by promoting emotional expression through economy of line and the power of flat areas. His major works influenced the transition to modern forms and left a lasting mark on the history of European art.
An art print ready to elevate your interior
This art print of Breton Girl with a Red Umbrella is a refined decorative option for a living room, office, or bedroom, where it will add character and elegance. Ideal in a framed format or mounted on a canvas, it preserves the fidelity of colors and the strength of the original drawing while fitting into contemporary or classic atmospheres. Its presence highlights a taste for historical art and quality craftsmanship; it also makes a distinguished gift for an art enthusiast. Treat yourself to a piece that combines artistic heritage with lasting visual impact.
The young Breton girl in the rain: Emile Bernard's pictorial sensitivity
In this composition, the
Breton Girl with a Red Umbrella stands out through a subtle balance between lines and color blocks. The contrasting tones — vivid red of the object, the monochrome of the clothing, and the grayish sky — create an atmosphere that is both melancholic and lively, where the figure gains presence thanks to a streamlined line and a structured palette. The brushstroke, inspired by Synthétism, favors flat surfaces and the simplification of forms to reveal emotion rather than detail. This art print of Breton Girl with a Red Umbrella faithfully reproduces the original intent, offering a direct view of the village scene.
by Emile Bernard, master of Post-Impressionism and Synthétism
Emile Bernard occupies a unique place between Post-Impressionism and Synthétism, alongside contemporaries such as Paul Gauguin and Vincent van Gogh. His work, marked by the pursuit of clear lines and symbolic colors, reflects a desire for formal simplification inherited from exchanges within the avant-gardes of the late 19th century. Bernard contributed to renewing the pictorial language by promoting emotional expression through economy of line and the power of flat areas. His major works influenced the transition to modern forms and left a lasting mark on the history of European art.
An art print ready to elevate your interior
This art print of Breton Girl with a Red Umbrella is a refined decorative option for a living room, office, or bedroom, where it will add character and elegance. Ideal in a framed format or mounted on a canvas, it preserves the fidelity of colors and the strength of the original drawing while fitting into contemporary or classic atmospheres. Its presence highlights a taste for historical art and quality craftsmanship; it also makes a distinguished gift for an art enthusiast. Treat yourself to a piece that combines artistic heritage with lasting visual impact.
