The artwork titled “Misia,” created by Pierre Bonnard in 1908, is an oil painting on canvas measuring 145 by 114 centimeters. It belongs to the Post-Impressionism movement and is classified as a portrait. Currently, the artwork is housed in the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in Madrid, Spain.
In the artwork, a woman is depicted seated on a green sofa, enveloped in a luxurious dress with rich textures rendered in expressive brushstrokes. The background features an abstracted scene in vibrant hues, conveying a sense of depth and complexity. The use of color and light in this Post-Impressionist portrait underscores Bonnard’s mastery in capturing the essence of his subject through nuanced, subjective expression.