“Luxembourg Garden,” painted by Felix Vallotton in 1895, is an oil on canvas artwork belonging to the Cloisonnism art movement. This genre painting measures 54 x 73 cm and is currently held in a private collection.
The artwork vividly depicts a scene of daily life in the Luxembourg Garden, capturing the bustling activity and diverse crowd present in the park. People are shown engaged in various activities, from strolling and conversing to sitting and relaxing. The use of bold outlines and flat areas of color, characteristic of Cloisonnism, is evident throughout the composition. The figures, though simplified, are expressive and contribute to the dynamic atmosphere of the garden. Statues are aligned in the background, adding depth and context to the setting. Overall, the painting masterfully encapsulates the essence of the Parisian social milieu at the time.
