Who painted Roger délivrant Angélique?

Roger délivrant Angélique was painted by Félix Vallotton in 1907.

Where can I see Roger délivrant Angélique?

Roger délivrant Angélique is held by Kunsthaus Zürich.

What movement is Roger délivrant Angélique?

Roger délivrant Angélique is associated with Post-Impressionism.

Artwork

Roger délivrant Angélique

Félix Vallotton , 1907

Roger délivrant Angélique is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Félix Vallotton. It dates from 1907 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich.

About this work

Overview

Félix Vallotton’s 1907 oil on canvas, titled Roger délivrant Angélique, is part of the collection at the Kunsthaus Zürich. The work juxtaposes a tranquil, reclining nude figure with a turbulent aerial scene, set against a brooding sky. The composition balances stillness and movement, creating a visual tension that dominates the painting’s atmosphere.

Subject & Meaning

At the foreground lies a nude woman lying on a brown surface, her head supported by her arm and legs extended, exuding calm. Above her, a dark winged creature with a long tail appears to assault another being, which plummets toward the ground. The contrast between the serene figure and the violent aerial conflict suggests a juxtaposition of vulnerability and danger.

Technique & Style

Vallotton employs a limited, somber palette, emphasizing deep shadows and stark highlights to heighten drama. The brushwork renders the woman's flesh with smooth, subtle modeling, while the surrounding sky and the winged figures are depicted with sharper, more angular strokes. This interplay of soft and aggressive techniques underscores the painting’s emotional dichotomy.

History & Provenance

Created in 1907, Roger délivrant Angélique entered the public domain through acquisition by the Kunsthaus Zürich, where it remains on display. The work reflects Vallotton’s mature period, during which he explored complex narratives and bold compositional structures within his oil paintings.

Artist & collection

Artist

Félix Vallotton

Félix Édouard Vallotton (French: ; December 28, 1865 – December 29, 1925) was a Swiss and French painter and printmaker associated with the group of artists known as Les Nabis.