1968 Vintage Print Plate Edouard Vuillard Painting Woman Reading in a Garden

Description: "Woman Reading in a Garden, 1898" Source: Vuillard, published in 1968 Description Title: "The companion panel to that of Misia relaxing under the trees (previous page) presents another view of the Natanson garden, showing a corner of the unpretentious house whose windows are shuttered tight against the midday glare. Some people wander idly in the middle distance while, prominent in the foreground, seated on a bench, are Pierre Bonnard and Marthe, his companion since the early 1890s and his future wife. The scene is ordinary-even banal-with no overt emotional appeal, merely depicting a young woman reading a magazine while her bearded companion leans over to play with a kitten. Yet in their casual disregard of one another, and in their relaxed proximity, we can sense the existence of a close, strong relationship between them. This pastoral symphony illustrates very well Vuillard's method of painting wall decorations. Despite the diminishing scale of the background figures the overriding impression is one of flatness. Rich color luxuriates-greens, ochers, reds, pinks, lilacs, among which the sharp blacks and whites ring out dominantly. "All sorts of contradictions," writes Claude Roger-Marx, "are skillfully upheld . the people appear to be composed of the same substance as the landscape; the path is the same color as the flesh; a cloud is puffed out like a dress; a fabric looks like a field; what seems to be a butterfly is a passer-by.' In these pictorial hymns to nature and to love, Vuillard transports us into a realm of pure poetry whose elements, although rooted in reality, are intensified, spiritualized, almost transfigured. The dreamlike character of the Anet panels, more suggested than stated, is profoundly Symbolic. We have portrayed here, as has been finely said, not so much the happiness of living in a beautiful garden as the happiness of thinking about a beautiful garden where one might live. It is the memory of a vision, not the vision itself. Its charm enthralls us as the reflection or echo of an exquisite moment." Unique and distinctive. Suitable for framing. *All prints are book plates / pages that are professionally removed from an original published book or other type of publication. May have text and or illustrations on reverse side. Specifications:Stored in a dry, clean environment100% authentic - no photocopy or reproduction Approximate overall Dimensions: 12.75 x 9.5 inchesCondition: Very Good and well preserved. Light age toning and or occasional minor defects from how it was handled before it came to us may be present. Shipping & Handling + Payments & Returns: Free shipping We ship worldwideFast, 1 Day ShipmentAll items are protected inside a clear, acid-free resealable sleeve, shipped flat between two foam backing boards and marked Do Not Bend. All forms of payment accepted100% Guarantee - 60 day returnsPurchase with Confidence THANK YOU for visiting. Feel free to ask any questions and we will respond quickly. We take seriously providing quality customer service! FAQ's Q: How do you ensure my item arrives safely? A: All collectible papers are stored in a crystal clear environmentally friendly bag. The lignan-free bag is archival safe and won't transfer or lift off ink, it is reliable for long term storage. Each item is individually packaged in a sturdy paper stock folder, placed in between two foam core boards and shipped in StayFlat cardboard mailers. We use premium quality shipping materials and try to ensure they are recyclable. Our goal is to safeguard that the item you receive, is in the same condition in your care as it was in ours. Q: How quickly do you Ship? A: Once payment is received, we ship within 1 business day. You will receive an 'Order Shipped' email. Our objective is to ship immediately! Q: Where do these pieces come from? A: We place significance in procuring worthwhile content. We source from a variety of vintage publications. Each book plate / paper print is carefully and meticulously removed to preserve the whole entire unmodified page. We do not copy or reproduce anything. Q: Can I receive a discount for purchasing multiple items at once? A: Yes, multiple item orders will receive a volume discount. Q: Do you leave Feedback? A: Yes! We leave feedback, and are grateful for your patronage. Feedback is appreciated from you as well. Every client matters to us. Additional benefits: Brighten up a room. Add some inspiration to your space. Own an unusual piece from the past.Reflect your personality and interests.Thanks for taking the time to stop by Papyrus Prints.

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