The artwork titled “Ball of Soldiers in Suresnes” was created by Andre Derain in 1903. This painting, executed in oil on canvas, represents the Post-Impressionism art movement and falls under the genre painting category. It is currently housed in the Saint Louis Art Museum, located in St. Louis, Missouri, USA.
In the artwork, a group of five soldiers is depicted, with four of them standing in the background and one engaged in a dance with a woman in the foreground. The soldiers are dressed in formal military uniforms, complete with hats and swords, showcasing a disciplined and structured vibe. The officer in front, dancing with the woman, is distinctive with bright red trousers and a matching hat. The woman, dressed in a high-neck blouse and long skirt, contrasts with the bold colors of the soldier. The scene intimates a social event, potentially a ball, captured with broad brush strokes and a sense of movement that epitomizes the Post-Impressionist style. The artist’s use of color and form creates a vivid yet somewhat abstract representation of the moment, emphasizing the interaction between the characters against the subdued, dark-toned background.
