Artwork
Au-delà des forces humaines
Au-delà des forces humaines is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Édouard Vuillard. It dates from 1897 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Au-delà des forces humaines is a lithograph created by Édouard Vuillard in 1897. The work is executed in black ink on wove paper.
Technique & Style
The print showcases Vuillard's use of simple lines and shapes, characteristic of his decorative approach. The strong contrast between black and white is achieved through lithography, a technique that allows for bold, flat planes of color.
Context
Produced during Vuillard's association with the avant-garde group Les Nabis, the work reflects the influence of Japanese prints and an interest in interior scenes, common themes among the group.
Subject & Meaning
The lithograph depicts a dark scene with simple shapes, diverging from the detailed, realistic paintings prevalent during the late 1800s.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jean-Édouard Vuillard (French: ; 11 November 1868 – 21 June 1940) was a French painter, decorative artist, and printmaker.
