The artwork, “Picking Cherries” by Pierre Bonnard, was created in 1946 using oil on canvas. This work, which belongs to the Post-Impressionism art movement, measures 128 by 152 centimeters and is categorized under the genre of genre painting. Presently, it is held in a private collection.
The artwork depicts a vibrant and lively scene where an individual is depicted reaching up to pick cherries from an abundant tree. The artist employs a rich palette dominated by greens, blues, and yellows, which convey a sense of lushness and vitality. The foliage of the cherry tree is rendered in broad, expressive brushstrokes, creating a sense of movement and depth. The background features a patterned barrier, possibly a fence, which adds structure and frames the central action. The indistinct and almost abstract portrayal of the figure and surroundings exemplifies Bonnard’s Post-Impressionist style, focusing on the emotive use of color and form rather than precise representation.
