Nannies with a Child 1917

"Nannies with a Child" (1917) by Jules Pascin, a renowned painter known for his expressive and often provocative portrayals of Parisian life, depicts three figures in a park setting. The work, executed in watercolor and pencil, showcases Pascin's characteristic loose and gestural style. The figures, seemingly women and a child, are rendered with minimal detail, their forms and features indicated through flowing lines and washes of color. The muted palette and atmospheric background, characterized by foliage and trees, create a sense of intimacy and quiet observation. The composition, with the figures positioned in a park setting, underscores the artist's fascination with the everyday scenes of Parisian life.