The House of the Jas de Bouffan
1874 National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C.
About this artwork
This painting depicts the Jas de Bouffan, Cezanne's family estate in Aix-en-Provence, which served as a frequent subject in his work. He explored light, form, and composition through various views of the property.
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Jas de Bouffan was Paul Cézanne's family home and estate for nearly 40 years, from 1859 to 1899. During this time, the house and its grounds became an important and recurring motif in his art, allowing him to experiment with his revolutionary approach to form and color, leading to the development of Post-Impressionism. His intense study of the local landscape and architecture at Jas de Bouffan was crucial for his artistic evolution.
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The House of the Jas de Bouffan
Paul Cezanne, 1874