{"title":"Paul Serusier","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"seashore-paul-serusier","title":"Seashore - Paul Sérusier","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking Post-Impressionist work by Paul Sérusier, featuring a figure in traditional Breton dress rendered with flat planes of colour and bold, synthetic forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaul Sérusier, a central figure in the Nabis group, produced this work during his time in Brittany. The painting demonstrates the artist's move away from naturalistic representation towards a more synthetic approach. The composition is defined by flat planes of colour and simplified forms, which reflect the influence of Gauguin and the Pont-Aven school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure, dressed in traditional Breton attire, is positioned in the foreground against a simplified coastal backdrop. Sérusier employs a deliberate, non-naturalistic palette, using bold yellows for the sand and a striking blue for the shawl. The black umbrella creates a strong vertical element that anchors the composition. By reducing the visual information to essential shapes and outlines, the artist prioritises the decorative quality of the surface over the illusion of three-dimensional space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis approach aligns with the Nabis philosophy, which sought to move beyond the mere observation of nature. Instead, the artist aims to express a subjective experience through the arrangement of colour and line. The work avoids the atmospheric perspective common in earlier nineteenth-century painting, opting instead for a graphic clarity that anticipates later developments in modern art. The texture of the paint remains visible, suggesting the artist's focus on the physical surface of the canvas as a site for creative synthesis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/samarkande-plate-6-compositions-in-the-oriental-style-emile-allain-seguy\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSamarkande (Plate 6, Compositions in the Oriental Style) - Émile-Allain Séguy — Émile-Allain Séguy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/les-hain-teny-andre-masson\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLes Hain-Teny - André Masson — André Masson\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paul Sérusier","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58575819997519,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58575925674319,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58575925707087,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58575925739855,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58575925772623,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58575925805391,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58575925838159,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58575925870927,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58575925903695,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58575925936463,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58575925969231,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58575926001999,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Seashore_Poster_CompositorV1_1787821703732.jpg?v=1787822475"},{"product_id":"girl-from-savoy-paul-serusier","title":"Girl from Savoy - Paul Sérusier","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1890 oil painting by Paul Sérusier, featuring a young woman in a blue dress seated on a grassy slope, rendered in the flat, decorative style of the Nabis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaul Sérusier painted Girl from Savoy in 1890, a period during which he was deeply involved with the Nabis group. This collective sought to move away from the objective representation of nature, favouring instead the expression of subjective emotion through simplified forms and flat areas of colour. The work depicts a young woman seated on a grassy slope, occupied with a piece of needlework. Her posture is relaxed, and her gaze is directed downward, creating a sense of quiet introspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is defined by its lack of traditional perspective. Sérusier uses large, unmodulated planes of colour to construct the scene. The deep green of the grass contrasts with the muted blue of the girl's dress, while the background features stylised trees that appear as decorative elements rather than realistic representations of a forest. The application of paint is relatively uniform, avoiding the textured brushwork often associated with Impressionism. Instead, the artist focuses on the harmony of the colour palette and the clarity of the outlines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis painting reflects the influence of Paul Gauguin, who encouraged Sérusier to paint what he felt rather than what he saw. The simplified shapes and the deliberate choice of non-naturalistic colours are characteristic of the Nabis aesthetic. The girl's form is reduced to essential lines, and the surrounding environment is treated as a flat surface. This approach allows the viewer to focus on the overall decorative quality of the image. The work remains a clear example of the shift towards abstraction that occurred in late nineteenth-century French painting, where the artist's internal vision took precedence over the accurate depiction of the physical world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/the-sauceboat-edouard-vuillard\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Sauceboat - Édouard Vuillard — Édouard Vuillard\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paul Sérusier","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58575846637903,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58575927640399,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58575927673167,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58575927705935,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58575927738703,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58575927771471,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58575927804239,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58575927837007,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58575927869775,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58575927902543,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58575927935311,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58575927968079,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Girl-from-Savoy_Poster_CompositorV1_1787821724298.jpg?v=1787822723"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-emile-bernard-at-florence-paul-serusier","title":"Portrait of Émile Bernard at Florence - Paul Sérusier","description":"\u003cp\u003eA portrait of fellow artist Émile Bernard by Paul Sérusier, featuring the bold colours and flattened perspective characteristic of the Nabis movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portrait depicts the painter Émile Bernard, a contemporary and associate of Paul Sérusier within the Nabis circle. The composition reflects the group's interest in Synthetism, a style characterised by flat planes of colour, bold outlines, and a departure from traditional naturalistic representation. Sérusier prioritises decorative harmony over anatomical precision, using simplified forms to construct the figure of Bernard against a backdrop of the Florentine cityscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe background features the Ponte Vecchio, rendered with a deliberate lack of depth that brings the architectural elements into the same visual plane as the sitter. The palette is dominated by strong, non-naturalistic tones, including a deep blue for the water and a warm, golden yellow for the buildings. This choice of colour is typical of the Nabis, who sought to express subjective experience rather than objective reality. Bernard is shown in a contemplative state, holding a book, which suggests an intellectual engagement with his surroundings. The brushwork is controlled and deliberate, reinforcing the flat, graphic quality of the image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSérusier was a central figure in the Nabis movement, which emerged in the late 1880s and drew inspiration from Paul Gauguin. This work demonstrates the influence of Japanese woodblock prints on the group, particularly in the use of cropped perspectives and the emphasis on two-dimensional patterns. By flattening the space, Sérusier forces the viewer to engage with the painting as a constructed object rather than a window into a scene. The portrait serves as a record of the artistic exchange between Sérusier and Bernard during their travels in Italy, capturing the intellectual atmosphere of their collaboration. The work remains a clear example of the shift towards abstraction that defined the late nineteenth-century French avant-garde.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paul Sérusier","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58824049852751,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58824052605263,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58824052638031,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-mile-Bernard-at-Florence_Poster_CompositorV1_1789859743776.jpg?v=1789860579"},{"product_id":"untitled-breton-field-paul-serusier","title":"Untitled (Breton Field) - Paul Sérusier","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene, post-impressionist view of a Breton field, featuring rhythmic brushwork and a focus on tonal harmony by the French Nabis artist Paul Sérusier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaul Sérusier, a founding member of the Nabis, maintained a lifelong connection to the rural regions of Brittany. This work captures a quiet, verdant field, rendered with the flattened perspective and simplified forms that defined his later career. Unlike the experimental, synthetic colour palettes of his early work, this piece employs a more naturalistic, albeit stylised, approach to the Breton countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is anchored by a prominent, slender tree in the foreground, its trunk curving gently to guide the eye across the meadow. Behind this, a series of smaller saplings and a low stone wall divide the space, creating a sense of depth without relying on traditional academic perspective. The brushwork is deliberate, with short, rhythmic strokes that build the texture of the grass and the dense foliage of the background trees. Sérusier often sought to capture the spiritual essence of a place, and here, the stillness of the scene suggests a meditative observation of nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy the time this work was produced, Sérusier had moved away from the radical colour theories of his youth, focusing instead on the structural integrity of the image. The palette is dominated by various shades of green, ranging from pale, sun-drenched grass to the deeper, shadowed tones of the woodland edge. This focus on tonal harmony creates a unified atmosphere, typical of his mature period. The work reflects his interest in the decorative potential of painting, where the arrangement of shapes and colours takes precedence over strict representational accuracy. It remains a clear example of his ability to transform a simple rural view into a composed, rhythmic arrangement of form and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/orchard-edouard-vuillard\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eOrchard - Édouard Vuillard — Édouard Vuillard\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/landscape-with-figure-joaquin-sorolla\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLandscape with Figure - Joaquín Sorolla — Joaquín Sorolla\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paul Sérusier","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58827327570255,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58827327766863,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58827327799631,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Untitled-Breton-Field-_Poster_CompositorV1_1789887671478.jpg?v=1789887994"},{"product_id":"two-breton-women-under-a-flowering-apple-tree-paul-serusier","title":"Two Breton Women under a Flowering Apple Tree - Paul Sérusier","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Post-Impressionist work by Paul Sérusier, featuring two women in traditional Breton dress beneath a flowering apple tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaul Sérusier, a central figure in the Nabis group, painted this work during his time in Pont-Aven, Brittany. The composition features two women in traditional Breton attire, seated beneath the boughs of an apple tree in bloom. Sérusier employs a flattened perspective and bold, simplified forms, which reflect the influence of Paul Gauguin and the Synthetist approach. Rather than attempting to replicate the natural world with photographic precision, the artist prioritises the decorative arrangement of colour and shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figures are rendered with heavy outlines, a technique that separates them from the background and emphasises the two-dimensional nature of the canvas. The palette is restrained, relying on the contrast between the dark, muted tones of the women's clothing and the pale, delicate pinks of the apple blossoms. This choice of colour creates a quiet, contemplative mood, typical of Sérusier's work from this period. The Breton subjects were a common theme for artists in the region, who were drawn to the area's perceived simplicity and traditional customs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSérusier's approach to this scene demonstrates his interest in the expressive potential of colour. By reducing the visual information to its essential components, he invites the viewer to focus on the rhythm of the lines and the balance of the composition. The work serves as a clear example of the Nabis' rejection of naturalism in favour of a more subjective, symbolic representation of reality. The apple tree, with its blossoms, provides a gentle frame for the figures, grounding them within the rural setting while maintaining the overall decorative quality of the piece. This print captures the specific textures and tones of the original oil painting, offering a clear view of Sérusier's brushwork and his deliberate use of simplified form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/woman-in-the-park-henri-edmond-cross\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eWoman in the Park - Henri-Edmond Cross — Henri-Edmond Cross\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paul Sérusier","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58827494457679,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58827501437263,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58827501470031,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Two-Breton-Women-under-a-Flowering-Apple-Tree_Poster_CompositorV1_1789890708443.jpg?v=1789891482"},{"product_id":"the-wait-at-the-well-paul-serusier","title":"The Wait at the Well - Paul Sérusier","description":"\u003cp\u003eA symbolic work by Paul Sérusier, featuring women at a well rendered with flat planes of colour and simplified, rhythmic forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaul Sérusier, a central figure in the Nabis group, produced this work during a period of intense exploration into synthetic painting methods. The composition depicts a group of women gathered around a well, a subject that allowed the artist to experiment with flat planes of colour and simplified forms. Rather than pursuing naturalistic representation, Sérusier prioritises the decorative arrangement of figures and the symbolic weight of the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figures are rendered with a deliberate lack of depth, their silhouettes defined by clear, dark outlines that separate them from the background. The palette consists of muted earth tones, punctuated by the distinct red of the vessels held by the women. This choice of colour creates a rhythmic visual pattern across the canvas, drawing the eye from one figure to the next. The woman in the foreground, leaning over the water, provides a sense of movement that contrasts with the static, upright postures of her companions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSérusier was deeply influenced by the theories of Paul Gauguin, particularly the idea that a painting should be a subjective interpretation of nature rather than a direct copy. In this work, the artist moves away from the traditional techniques of the academy. He employs a flattened perspective and non-naturalistic colour to evoke a sense of mystery and timelessness. The scene feels removed from the specificities of daily life, existing instead in a space defined by memory and artistic intention. The heavy, dark tones and the sombre expressions of the women contribute to a quiet, contemplative atmosphere. This piece reflects the broader Nabis interest in the spiritual and decorative potential of art, where the physical world serves as a starting point for a more personal, symbolic expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/orchard-edouard-vuillard\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eOrchard - Édouard Vuillard — Édouard Vuillard\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/landscape-with-figure-joaquin-sorolla\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLandscape with Figure - Joaquín Sorolla — Joaquín Sorolla\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paul Sérusier","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58828871074127,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58828892733775,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58828892766543,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Wait-at-the-Well_Poster_CompositorV1_1789895247806.jpg?v=1789895934"},{"product_id":"seaweed-gatherer-paul-serusier","title":"Seaweed Gatherer - Paul Sérusier","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Post-Impressionist study by Paul Sérusier, featuring simplified forms and a distinct palette typical of the Nabis movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaul Sérusier, a central figure in the Nabis group, produced this work during his time in Brittany. The painting reflects the influence of Paul Gauguin, who encouraged Sérusier to move away from literal representation towards a more subjective use of colour and form. The composition is structured around simplified, flat planes of colour that define the coastal terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure of the seaweed gatherer is reduced to a basic shape, integrated into the foreground. The large, rounded forms in the middle ground, which resemble haystacks or dunes, are rendered in warm, earthy tones that contrast with the cooler blues and greys of the water and the figure. Sérusier employs a synthetic approach, where the scene is constructed from memory and artistic intuition rather than direct observation of light and shadow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece demonstrates the Nabis interest in decorative qualities and the rejection of traditional perspective. The brushwork is visible but controlled, contributing to the overall sense of a flattened, two-dimensional surface. By prioritising the arrangement of shapes and the harmony of the palette, Sérusier creates a scene that feels removed from a specific moment in time. The work captures the quiet, repetitive nature of rural labour in the Breton region, filtered through the lens of late nineteenth-century avant-garde theory. It remains a clear example of the shift towards abstraction that defined the work of the Nabis during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/the-winter-of-1879-in-paris-felix-hilaire-buhot\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Winter of 1879 in Paris - Félix Hilaire Buhot — Félix Hilaire Buhot\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paul Sérusier","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58830059536719,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58830063436111,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58830063468879,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Seaweed-Gatherer_Poster_CompositorV1_1789903648198.jpg?v=1789904001"},{"product_id":"the-daughters-of-pelichtim-paul-serusier","title":"The Daughters of Pelichtim - Paul Sérusier","description":"\u003cp\u003eA symbolic, decorative work by Paul Sérusier, featuring rhythmic figures and a mystical, ritualistic atmosphere rendered in flat, saturated colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaul Sérusier, a central figure in the Nabis group, produced this work during a period of intense interest in mysticism and decorative synthesis. The composition depicts a ritualistic scene, featuring a group of figures gathered around a central, elevated vessel. The aesthetic approach prioritises flat areas of colour and simplified forms, moving away from the naturalistic representation common in the preceding decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSérusier employs a palette dominated by golden yellows, deep purples, and blues, which creates a sense of otherworldly atmosphere. The figures are arranged in a rhythmic, almost choreographic manner, suggesting a ceremonial or mythological narrative. The background, composed of vertical lines representing a forest or grove, provides a structured contrast to the fluid, organic postures of the women in the foreground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis painting reflects the artist's engagement with the theories of Maurice Denis, who advocated for the idea that a picture is essentially a flat surface covered with colours assembled in a certain order. By reducing the depth of the pictorial space, Sérusier draws attention to the decorative potential of the canvas. The work avoids realistic lighting, opting instead for a symbolic use of tone that serves the narrative intent. The figures are not individualised portraits but rather archetypal forms, contributing to the overall sense of timelessness. The work remains a clear example of the Nabis' interest in the intersection of spiritual themes and modern decorative painting techniques, demonstrating a departure from the objective observation of the physical world in favour of a more subjective, internalised vision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/margot-mary-cassatt\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMargot - Mary Cassatt — Mary Cassatt\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paul Sérusier","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58832360669519,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58832366436687,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58832366469455,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Daughters-of-Pelichtim_Poster_CompositorV1_1789926817370.jpg?v=1789928561"},{"product_id":"woman-in-a-street-paul-serusier","title":"Woman in a Street - Paul Sérusier","description":"\u003cp\u003eA quiet, atmospheric street scene in Brittany, painted by the French Nabis artist Paul Sérusier with a focus on simplified form and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaul Sérusier, a central figure in the Nabis group, produced this work during his time in Brittany. The painting captures a quiet, rural street scene, dominated by the presence of a stone church. Sérusier employs a simplified approach to form, favouring flat areas of colour and a deliberate, non-naturalistic palette to convey the atmosphere of the location. The figure of the woman, seen from behind, provides a sense of scale and human presence within the architectural setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis technique here reflects the influence of Paul Gauguin, particularly the emphasis on subjective experience over literal representation. The brushwork is visible and rhythmic, creating a sense of texture across the road and the building facades. The light appears golden, suggesting either early morning or late afternoon, which casts long shadows and unifies the composition. By reducing the visual information to essential shapes and tones, Sérusier moves away from the observational rigour of Impressionism towards a more decorative and symbolic mode of expression. This work demonstrates the artist's interest in the synthesis of memory and observation, a hallmark of his contributions to the Nabis movement. The composition is balanced, with the church acting as a stable anchor against the receding perspective of the street. The muted, earthy tones are characteristic of his Breton period, where he sought to capture the spirit of the region through a restrained yet evocative visual language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/field-with-young-trees-in-the-foreground-piet-mondrian\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eField with Young Trees in the Foreground - Piet Mondrian — Piet Mondrian\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/les-amours-de-pierre-ronsard-les-amours-de-marie-emile-bernard\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLes Amours de Pierre Ronsard: Les Amours De Marie - Émile Bernard — Émile Bernard\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paul Sérusier","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58836437500239,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58836443988303,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58836444021071,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Woman-in-a-Street_Poster_CompositorV1_1789946749161.jpg?v=1789947847"},{"product_id":"yellow-farm-at-pouldu-paul-serusier","title":"Yellow Farm at Pouldu - Paul Sérusier","description":"\u003cp\u003eA bold Post-Impressionist study by Paul Sérusier, featuring the simplified forms and flat, expressive colour planes characteristic of the Nabis movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaul Sérusier was a central figure in the Nabis group, a collective of artists who sought to move beyond the observational constraints of Impressionism. This work, painted during his time in Brittany, demonstrates the shift toward synthetic painting methods. Rather than attempting to replicate the visual reality of the farm, Sérusier prioritises the arrangement of colour and form to convey a subjective experience of the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is defined by large, flat areas of unmodulated colour. The golden yellow of the farm buildings and the surrounding fields dominates the canvas, creating a sense of unity that flattens the pictorial space. Sérusier employs a simplified palette, using bold, non-naturalistic tones to define the architecture and the terrain. The dark, textured areas at the base of the composition provide a contrast to the brightness of the upper sections, grounding the image while maintaining the decorative quality characteristic of his work during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy reducing the farm to its essential shapes, Sérusier invites the viewer to engage with the painting as a constructed object rather than a window into a specific location. The influence of Paul Gauguin is evident in the rejection of traditional perspective and the emphasis on symbolic colour. This approach allowed Sérusier and his contemporaries to explore the emotional potential of paint, moving away from the descriptive requirements of earlier movements. 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The composition depicts a winding rural road cutting through a hilly terrain, with a small cart visible in the distance. The artist employs a flattened perspective and non-naturalistic colour choices, which are characteristic of his later period. The steep, dark slopes of the hills contrast with the pale, curving path, creating a sense of rhythmic movement across the canvas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSérusier was deeply influenced by the theories of Paul Gauguin, particularly the idea that a painting should be a subjective interpretation of nature rather than a direct transcription. In this work, the forms are simplified into distinct planes of colour. The sky is rendered in a uniform, bright blue, while the vegetation and earth are composed of deep purples, greens, and yellows. This approach prioritises the decorative quality of the surface over traditional atmospheric perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy 1918, Sérusier had moved away from the more experimental phases of his youth, focusing instead on a rigorous, almost geometric structure in his compositions. He often sought to reconcile his interest in spiritual symbolism with the formal requirements of painting. The presence of the utility poles and the cart provides a human element to the otherwise stark, rhythmic arrangement of the hills. The work demonstrates his interest in the synthesis of colour and form, a pursuit that occupied him throughout his career. The application of paint is deliberate, with visible brushwork that maintains the integrity of the two-dimensional surface. This piece offers a clear example of the artist's mature style, where the observation of the Breton countryside is filtered through a lens of abstraction and formal order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/parisian-lady-kees-van-dongen\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eParisian Lady - Kees van Dongen — Kees van Dongen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paul Sérusier","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58845678043471,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58848019153231,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58848019185999,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Stagecoach-Road-in-the-Country-with-a-Cart_Poster_CompositorV1_1790040267087.jpg?v=1790042338"},{"product_id":"peasant-with-three-crows-paul-serusier","title":"Peasant with Three Crows - Paul Sérusier","description":"\u003cp\u003eA characteristic work by Paul Sérusier, this painting employs the flat planes and simplified forms typical of the Nabis movement to depict a quiet moment in the Breton countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaul Sérusier, a founding member of the Nabis group, produced this work during his time in Brittany. The painting reflects the group's interest in synthetic art, where the artist prioritises subjective experience and decorative form over the literal transcription of nature. The composition is structured around flat planes of colour, a technique Sérusier developed under the guidance of Paul Gauguin at Pont-Aven.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene depicts a solitary peasant standing in a field, his posture rigid and contemplative. Beside him, cattle graze in a simplified, rhythmic arrangement. The background features a rolling hill silhouetted against a golden, atmospheric sky, which provides a stark contrast to the darker, muted tones of the foreground. The forms are defined by clear, simplified outlines, and the lack of traditional perspective creates a sense of stillness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSérusier often sought to capture the spiritual essence of the Breton countryside. By reducing the visual information to essential shapes and a restricted palette, he moves away from the observational rigour of Impressionism. The work functions as a study in balance and colour harmony, where the golden light of the sky interacts with the earthy browns and blacks of the figures. This approach to painting, which Sérusier termed 'synthetism', allowed him to express a personal vision of rural life that feels both timeless and deliberate. The presence of the crows, though subtle, adds a narrative element to the otherwise static scene, grounding the composition in the realities of the agricultural environment he frequently observed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/the-bathing-hut-james-ensor\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Bathing Hut - James Ensor — James Ensor\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paul Sérusier","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58851388981583,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58851432464719,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58851432497487,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Peasant-with-Three-Crows_Poster_CompositorV1_1790091467678.jpg?v=1790092401"},{"product_id":"the-wrestling-bretons-paul-serusier","title":"The Wrestling Bretons - Paul Sérusier","description":"\u003cp\u003eA stylised depiction of a traditional wrestling match in Brittany, rendered with the flattened forms and simplified colour palette characteristic of the Nabis movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaul Sérusier, a central figure in the Nabis group, produced this work during his time in Brittany. The painting depicts a traditional wrestling match, a common spectacle in rural Breton life at the time. Sérusier employs a flattened perspective and simplified forms, which align with the aesthetic goals of the Nabis. The figures of the two wrestlers are rendered with minimal modelling, their bodies forming a cohesive, interlocking shape against the pale, grassy ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBehind the wrestlers, a crowd of spectators watches the event. These figures are depicted in dark, muted clothing, their faces and postures reduced to essential silhouettes. The use of colour is restrained, relying on a palette of earthy tones, deep blues, and pale yellows to create a sense of quiet observation. The composition avoids traditional depth, instead organising the scene into distinct horizontal bands. This approach reflects the influence of Japanese woodblock prints, which were widely admired by the Nabis for their graphic clarity and decorative potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSérusier was deeply interested in the synthesis of observation and subjective expression. Rather than attempting a realistic portrayal of the event, he focuses on the rhythmic quality of the figures and the atmosphere of the gathering. The painting captures a moment of physical tension, yet the overall effect is one of stillness and formal order. By stripping away unnecessary detail, Sérusier directs the viewer to the structural relationships between the forms. This work provides an example of the transition toward abstraction that characterised the later stages of the nineteenth-century avant-garde in France. It remains a representative piece of the Nabis' interest in regional subjects and their departure from the naturalistic conventions of the previous generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/volpini-suite-laundresses-les-laveuses-paul-gauguin\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eVolpini Suite: Laundresses (Les Laveuses) - Paul Gauguin — Paul Gauguin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paul Sérusier","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58860378620239,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58860437799247,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58860437832015,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Wrestling-Bretons_Poster_CompositorV1_1790134457313.jpg?v=1790135326"},{"product_id":"untitled-women-and-birds-paul-serusier","title":"Untitled (Women and Birds) - Paul Sérusier","description":"\u003cp\u003eA symbolic composition by Paul Sérusier featuring two figures within a flattened, decorative environment of foliage and birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Paul Sérusier displays the stylistic characteristics of the Nabis group, a collective of French artists active in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Sérusier, a central figure in this movement, moved away from the naturalistic representation of subjects in favour of flattened forms, decorative patterns, and symbolic colour choices. The composition features two female figures integrated into a dense, stylised environment filled with foliage and birds. The treatment of space is deliberately shallow, with the figures and the surrounding elements existing on a single, unified plane. This approach reflects the Nabis interest in the decorative potential of painting, often drawing inspiration from Japanese woodblock prints and medieval tapestries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour palette is dominated by warm, earthy tones, particularly deep reds and ochres, which create a sense of unity across the canvas. The figures are rendered with simplified outlines, and their features are understated, allowing the overall rhythm of the shapes to take precedence. The presence of birds perched on branches held by the figures adds a narrative or allegorical quality, common in Sérusier's work during this period. He often explored themes related to nature, mysticism, and the domestic sphere through this lens of abstraction. By rejecting traditional perspective and modelling, Sérusier invites the viewer to engage with the painting as a constructed surface rather than a window into a three-dimensional space. This piece serves as an example of the transition toward modernism, where the artist's subjective vision and the formal qualities of the medium dictate the final result. The work remains a clear representation of the Nabis philosophy, which sought to bridge the gap between fine art and the decorative arts through a synthesis of form and colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/samarkande-plate-6-compositions-in-the-oriental-style-emile-allain-seguy\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSamarkande (Plate 6, Compositions in the Oriental Style) - Émile-Allain Séguy — Émile-Allain Séguy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paul Sérusier","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58864051257679,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58864287318351,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58864287351119,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Untitled-Women-and-Birds-_Poster_CompositorV1_1790160135627.jpg?v=1790160848"},{"product_id":"evening-paul-serusier","title":"Evening - Paul Sérusier","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene pastoral scene by Paul Sérusier, capturing a shepherd and flock at dusk with soft, diffused light and a muted colour palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaul Sérusier, a central figure in the Nabis group, produced this atmospheric work during a period of transition in his career. While he is often associated with the synthetic, flat-colour approach of the Nabis, this piece demonstrates his technical grounding in traditional observation. The composition focuses on a shepherd and their dog, positioned in the foreground as they oversee a flock of sheep grazing in the fading light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene is defined by its soft, diffused illumination. The sun, low on the horizon, casts a pale glow across the sky, creating a sense of quietude. Sérusier employs a muted palette of greys, soft purples, and earthy browns to capture the specific quality of light at dusk. The brushwork is controlled, allowing for a smooth transition between the sky and the rolling terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike his more experimental, decorative works that favoured bold outlines and non-naturalistic colour, this painting remains tethered to the conventions of late nineteenth-century pastoral art. It captures a moment of stillness, typical of the rural subjects that occupied many artists working in Brittany during this era. The shepherd stands as a vertical anchor against the horizontal expanse of the field, providing a sense of scale to the vast, dimming environment. The work offers a glimpse into the artist's ability to balance observational accuracy with a mood-driven approach to subject matter. It remains a quiet example of his early output, reflecting the influence of his academic training before his full immersion into the decorative theories that would define his later career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/by-the-river-henri-martin\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBy the River - Henri Martin — Henri Martin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/orchard-edouard-vuillard\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eOrchard - Édouard Vuillard — Édouard Vuillard\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Paul Sérusier","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58868371652943,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58868396884303,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58868396917071,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Evening_Poster_CompositorV1_1790179384163.jpg?v=1790180335"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/fr\/collections\/paul-serusier.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}