Afternoon in the Garden
1904 Städel Museum
About this artwork
This large-scale lithograph depicts a vibrant, sun-drenched garden populated by several figures enjoying leisure activities, rendered entirely in the pointillist technique.
Did you know?
Henri-Edmond Cross was a key figure in the Neo-Impressionist movement, known for his unique development of the Pointillist technique. While his contemporary Georges Seurat pioneered the style, Cross adopted a distinct, more vibrant approach, often utilizing larger, more expressive dots of color. This idyllic garden scene beautifully captures the leisurely activities and harmonious relationship with nature that was a common theme among artists on the French Riviera during his time.
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Afternoon in the Garden
Henri-Edmond Cross, 1904
