The Chat (also known as Mme Vuillard and Her Daughter - La Causette)

Jean Edouard Vuillard’s "La causette," painted in 1893, exemplifies Post-Impressionism—rejecting Impressionist light observation for interior explorations capturing atmosphere and familial connection. Featuring Marie Vuillard & her daughter, it employs flattened planes of color influenced by Japanese prints, showcasing muted browns & blacks amidst vibrant wallpaper details.

jean-édouard vuillard

Jean-Édouard Vuillard (1868-1940) was a French painter & Nabis member known for intimate interior scenes, decorative style, and influence on early modernism like Cubism. Explore his art!

National Gallery of Scotland

Explore Scottish art & history at the National Gallery of Scotland! Discover masterpieces by renowned artists, delve into cultural heritage, and experience a stunning neoclassical building in Edinburgh's heart.