Female nude with a jug 1925

"Female nude with a jug", painted in 1925 by Andre Derain, is a captivating example of the artist's Fauvist style. Derain is known for his bold use of color and simplified forms, which are evident in this painting. The figure, depicted nude, sits on a rocky outcropping, her pose both relaxed and alluring. The landscape behind her is rendered in broad strokes, with a vibrant blue sky and rolling hills, lending a sense of freedom and beauty. This painting, now housed in the Musée de l'Orangerie in Paris, showcases Derain's masterful ability to capture the essence of both the human form and the natural world.