The artwork titled “Three Sisters” was painted by the artist Balthus in 1954, using oil on canvas as the medium. This piece is associated with the Expressionism art movement and falls under the genre of genre painting. It measures 60 x 120 cm and is currently housed in a private collection.
The scene in the artwork portrays three young girls in a domestic setting, each engaged in a calm, contemplative activity. The girl on the left is seated on a chair, engrossed in reading, while the central figure reclines on a sofa, gazing forward with her arm resting comfortably on the back of the sofa. The girl on the right is seated on the floor, focused on a flower she appears to be holding. The subdued background and muted color scheme contrast with the vibrant orange dress of the central figure, enhancing the painting’s emotional intensity and highlighting Balthus’s expressive style. The overall composition exudes a serene yet introspective atmosphere, characteristic of the artist’s nuanced portrayal of youthful innocence and introspection.
