The Lunch of the Little Ones (c.1897) by Pierre Bonnard

The Lunch of the Little Ones - Pierre Bonnard - c.1897

Artwork Information

TitleThe Lunch of the Little Ones
ArtistPierre Bonnard
Datec.1897
Mediumoil,panel
Art MovementIntimism
Current LocationMusée des Beaux-Arts de Nancy, Nancy, France

About The Lunch of the Little Ones

“The Lunch of the Little Ones” is an artwork by Pierre Bonnard, created around 1897. This piece is executed in oil on panel and can be classified under the art movement known as Intimism, which focuses on the portrayal of intimate domestic settings. The genre of this painting is genre painting, which depicts scenes from everyday life. Currently, the artwork resides at the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Nancy, located in Nancy, France.

The artwork captures a tranquil domestic scene bathed in warm light. At the center, a young child is seated at a table under the illumination of a lamp with a prominent yellow shade that casts a cozy glow upon the scene. The child is deeply engaged with the meal, conveying a sense of serene concentration. The table is simply set, with plates and cutlery suggesting a modest, intimate meal without extravagance. To the right of the child, there is a cat, which complements the scene by adding a domestic, familiar element, creating a sense of life and companionship. The artwork’s brushwork is loose and fluid, depicting the textures and patterns of the room and tablecloth with an impressionistic touch. The use of light and shadow enhances the atmospheric quality of the scene, reflecting Bonnard’s skill in capturing the essence of private, personal moments. Overall, the artwork exudes a feeling of warmth and quiet contentment, typical of Bonnard’s intimate portrayals of daily life.

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