Vase de Fleurs
André Derain
1910
- YEAR:1910
- MEDIUM:Oil on canvas
- DIMENSIONS:55 × 46 cm
Introduction
Fauvism is an early 20th-century art movement that emerged in France, characterized by advocating the expression of intense subjective emotions through the use of bold, vibrant colors and simplified, abstract forms. André Derain, as one of the “Fauvist Trio,” characterizes his early works with vivid colors, and later, his interaction with Pablo Picasso led to a mutual inspiration. From 1910 onward, Derain gradually became aware of the deep connection between contemporary painting and classical tradition. Through studying the works by ancient masters and Paul Cézanne, his paintings evolved toward simplicity and profound nature. Vase de Fleurs was created during this transitional period; its dark reddish-brown and gray-blue background contrasts with the white flowers. The form is abstracted, and the composition is concise, full of inner tension.
