The artwork titled “My Grandmother,” painted by Edouard Vuillard in 1892, belongs to the Pointillism art movement and is executed in oil on board. This portrait, measuring 17.1 x 21.3 cm, resides in a private collection.
The artwork portrays an intimate and domestic scene, reflecting the artist’s familial connection with the subject. Utilizing the Pointillism technique, Vuillard employs small, distinct dots of color to compose the image, resulting in a rich tapestry of vibrant hues. Dominated by warm reds and oranges with contrasting cooler blues and greens, the composition captures a grandmother engrossed in her activities, partially obscured by an interplay of light and shadow. The window in the upper left illuminates the room, contributing to the dynamic texture and depth, while the abstract yet evocative rendering of the subject imbues the piece with a sense of warmth and nostalgia.
