The artwork, titled “Les Folles: La mariée,” was created by the artist Bernard Buffet in 1970. Belonging to the Expressionism art movement, this work is classified as a symbolic painting.
The artwork presents a striking and somewhat haunting depiction of a group of women, seemingly caught in a moment of surreal contemplation and interaction. The women, rendered in Buffet’s distinctive linear style, have elongated limbs and exaggerated facial features that evoke a sense of emotional intensity and inner turmoil. Central to the composition, a bride figure, adorned in a skeletal bridal gown and headpiece, commands attention, surrounded by other figures who appear engaged in a range of expressions and gestures. The scene’s backdrop is filled with dark, earthy tones and a sense of constrained space, contributing to an atmosphere of introspection and complexity. Through this piece, Buffet explores themes of identity, communal experiences, and the often turbulent nature of human relationships.
