“The Sauceboat,” crafted by Edouard Vuillard between 1896 and 1897, is a still life painting belonging to the Intimism art movement. This artwork, measuring 21 x 20 cm, is presently housed in a private collection.
The composition of the artwork captures an intimate domestic scene, focusing on a table setting adorned with a delicate sauceboat, a plate, and other household items. The artist employs a rich palette of subdued yet warm tones, presenting a variety of textures and materials with a keen, impressionistic style. Vuillard’s brushwork is both loose and meticulous, creating a harmony between the objects and their surroundings. The foreground features distinct elements like a dish with blue accents and a napkin, while the background gradually melds into darker hues, suggesting a cozy, enclosed space. The painting encapsulates the essence of everyday life, rendered with elegance and intimacy characteristic of the Intimism movement.
