Portrait of Jeanne Marie Bourgeois (1907) by Francis Picabia

Portrait of Jeanne Marie Bourgeois - Francis Picabia - 1907

Artwork Information

TitlePortrait of Jeanne Marie Bourgeois
ArtistFrancis Picabia
Date1907
Mediumoil,canvas
Art MovementFauvism
Current LocationSolomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York City, NY, US

About Portrait of Jeanne Marie Bourgeois

“Portrait of Jeanne Marie Bourgeois” is an artwork created in 1907 by Francis Picabia. Executed with oil on canvas, this piece belongs to the Fauvism art movement and falls within the portrait genre. The painting is part of the collection housed at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York City, NY, US.

In the artwork, the portrait distinctly captures the essence and grace of Jeanne Marie Bourgeois. The subject is depicted with a refined sensitivity, characterized by bold, expressive brushstrokes and a vibrant palette typical of the Fauvism movement. The use of colors is both daring and harmonious, with striking contrasts that bring a dynamic energy to the composition. Jeanne’s profile is elegantly portrayed, accentuated by the dark, voluminous hat adorning her head, and a shawl featuring varying patches of color. The background, rendered in a soft and muted tone, provides a subtle contrast that further accentuates the figure’s prominence, creating a balanced and captivating visual experience.

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