The artwork titled “Nannies’ Promenade, Frieze of Carriages” was created by Pierre Bonnard around 1895 to 1896. This piece, which belongs to the Post-Impressionism movement, is executed in lithography and belongs to a series named “Frieze of Carriages”. The genre of this artwork is design.
The artwork depicts a scene characterized by the leisurely and genteel activity of promenading. It prominently features a row of carriages at the top, drawn by horses, indicative of a fashionable setting frequented by the upper classes of society. Below, the presence of children and nannies adds a charming, domestic quality to the scene. The intricate silhouette of a nanny in traditional attire, coupled with the joyful portrayal of children playing, emphasizes the ordinary yet tender moments of early childhood, overseen by the ever-watchful gaze of their caregivers. The composition reflects Bonnard’s keen eye for capturing everyday life with a warm, illustrative elegance, encompassing the essence of Post-Impressionistic design principles.
