“The Table,” created by Edouard Vuillard in 1909, is an exemplar of the Intimism art movement. This still life painting, measuring 48.9 by 59 centimeters, currently resides in a private collection. The artwork captures an intimate domestic scene, consistent with the principles of the Intimism movement, which focuses on personal and private indoor settings.
The artwork features a group of three individuals engaged at the dining table, which is partially adorned with delicate vases containing pink flowers. The scene is portrayed with a soft, almost dreamlike brushwork, characteristic of Vuillard’s style. The foreground showcases a glass decanter and a bowl of fruit, central to the composition. The setting appears warm and inviting, illuminated by sunlight streaming through a window in the background, highlighting an exterior view. The muted palette with occasional bursts of color around the flowers and fruit lends the painting a serene and homely ambiance. The overall impression of the painting is one of quietude and regularity, capturing a moment of everyday life with sensitivity and depth.
