The artwork, titled “Interieur chapelle Saint Blaise,” was created in 1959 by the artist Jean Cocteau and falls within the art movement of Expressionism. This religious painting is a part of the series “Interieur chapelle Saint Blaise 1959.”
The artwork features a whimsical depiction of a cat accompanied by large, stylized leaves or plant motifs that dominate the left side of the composition. The cat, rendered in a simplistic yet expressive manner, appears to look upward with an almost inquisitive expression. The background is a subtle blend of soft blue and earthy tones, contributing to the serene and reflective atmosphere typical of a chapel setting. A small inscription at the bottom in French discusses the historical cultivation of simple plants in Milly-la-Forêt and invites viewers to observe the little botanical garden established there. The simplicity and bold outlines of the figures are characteristic hallmarks of Cocteau’s artistic style, emphasizing emotion and spirituality through minimalistic yet evocative imagery.
