Édouard Vuillard
Édouard Vuillard (1868–1940) was a French painter and a key member of the Nabis group, which sought to integrate fine art with decorative art. Born in Cuiseaux, France, Vuillard trained at the Académie Julian and the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. He became known for his intimate domestic interiors, often portraying scenes of bourgeois life in subdued tones and detailed patterns. Vuillard’s early works, heavily influenced by Symbolism and the decorative arts, exhibit a flattened perspective and intricate, tapestry-like surfaces.
Vuillard's paintings often depict family members or close friends in interior settings, where the textures of wallpaper, fabrics, and other surfaces become integral to the composition. His approach to color and design influenced the development of modernist aesthetics, blending fine art with elements of interior design. Today, Vuillard’s works are part of major collections, including the Musée d'Orsay in Paris and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.
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Full Name: Jean-Édouard Vuillard
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Birth and Death: 1868–1940
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Profession: Painter
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Influences: Nabis, Symbolism, Decorative Arts
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Legacy: Known for his intimate interior scenes, Vuillard’s works are featured in collections such as the Musée d'Orsay and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
