The artwork titled “The ‘Divan Japonais'” is a creation attributed to the artist commonly known as Pablo Picasso, though it must be noted that there appear to be factual inaccuracies in this attribution. Created in 1901, the medium used for this artwork is watercolor on paper. Occupying dimensions of 33.5 x 49.5 cm, the artwork is described as a portrait and is influenced by the Japonism and Post-Impressionism art movements.
Upon examination of the artwork, one is immediately drawn to the vibrant color palette and the expressive brushstrokes evident within the composition. The central figure in the artwork is depicted with striking reddish-orange hair and is clothed in a patterned garment that suggests an affinity with or influence of Japanese design, aligning with the Japonism movement, which held an interest in Japanese aesthetic within European art. The background features a performance, blurring the lines between the audience and the show and providing a dreamlike quality to the scene. The facial expression of the figure and the loose, gestural application of paint contribute to the conveyance of atmosphere rather than strict realism, aligning with Post-Impressionist tendencies that prioritize emotional response over realistic depiction.
