Flayed Rabbit (c.1921; France) by Chaim Soutine

Flayed Rabbit - Chaim Soutine - c.1921; France

Artwork Information

TitleFlayed Rabbit
ArtistChaim Soutine
Datec.1921; France
Art MovementExpressionism
Current LocationBarnes Foundation, Philadelphia, PA, US

About Flayed Rabbit

“Flayed Rabbit,” created circa 1921 by Chaim Soutine in France, is a significant piece within the Expressionism art movement. This still life artwork is housed at the Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.

The artwork depicts a flayed rabbit, its raw musculature vividly displayed against a contrasting background of white and yellow cloth. Soutine’s energetic brushstrokes and bold use of color emphasize the visceral, almost grotesque nature of the subject. The rabbit’s form is stretched across the canvas, its lifeless and exposed body rendered in tones of red, orange, and brown, with areas that hint at the texture of flesh. The overall composition exudes a sense of agony and drama, characteristic of Soutine’s expressionistic style, evoking a strong emotional response from the viewer. The intensity of the painting is heightened by the stark contrast between the dark, almost ominous background and the brightly illuminated rabbit, showcasing Soutine’s masterful technique in both color and form.

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