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Reclining Nude

Pierre Bonnard , 1899

Reclining Nude, by Pierre Bonnard, unspecified, 1899
Reclining Nude, by Pierre Bonnard, unspecified, 1899

Reclining Nude is an unspecified painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Pierre Bonnard. It dates from 1899 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Reclining Nude is a 1899 painting by Pierre Bonnard, executed in oil on canvas. It is part of the collection at the Museum of Modern Art.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a nude figure reclining on their side, facing left, with their head resting on a white cloth on a brown surface. The subject is presented in a relaxed, intimate pose.

Technique & Style

The work is characterized by muted colors, with a palette dominated by shades of brown, beige, and white. Visible brushstrokes give the painting a textured appearance, contributing to its overall aesthetic.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Pierre Bonnard

Artist

Pierre Bonnard

Pierre Bonnard was a French painter, illustrator and printmaker, known especially for the stylized decorative qualities of his paintings and his bold use of color.

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