La Carriole du père Junier (1908)

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"La Carriole du père Junier" (1908) by Henri Rousseau is a captivating portrayal of a family scene set in a tranquil outdoor environment. This painting features a horse-drawn carriage prominently in the foreground, led by a striking white horse harnessed with black and orange straps, underlining Rousseau’s attention to color contrast. The carriage, painted in a vivid shade of orange, complements the serene blue sky and the lush greenery that forms the backdrop.Aboard the carriage are five figures – three women and two men. The central figure, presumably Père Junier himself, wears a distinctive black suit, providing a stark contrast against the lighter colors worn by the other occupants, who appear in range of whites and light grays. Interestingly, despite their outdoor setting, their faces possess a calmness and formality typical of Rousseau's deliberate and somewhat flat portrayal of figures, which adds to the dreamlike quality often found in his work.In addition to the human occupants, a loyal black dog walks beside the carriage, further infusing life into this static scene. A tiny black cat also features in the background, adding an extra touch of liveliness and detail that invites viewers to explore every corner of the canvas.Henri Rousseau, known for his Naive or Primitive manner of painting, brings a simplicity and directness to this complex composition, rendering it both charming and intriguing. The meticulous arrangement of elements and the serene palette showcase Rousseau’s ability to transform everyday scenes into something poetic and whimsical.

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Despite never attending a formal art school, Henri Rousseau (1844–1910) is wildly recognized as a self-taught genius, who left a lasting legacy to the avant-garde movement. Rousseau practiced painting and drawing by copying artworks in the art museums of Paris in his spare time. Since he never studied anatomy and perspective at an art school, he developed a unique artistic style known as 'Naive' or 'Primitive'. His paintings are often depicted in a childish or dreamlike manner with their vivid colors, ambiguous spaces, and non-realistic scale. Most of his signature paintings portray wild animals or human figures in the jungle. His artwork was not accepted by the conservative critics so he became a member of the Parisian artistic and literary avant-garde movement where his works extensively influenced several generations of avant-garde artists and surrealists.