Untitled 

Paul Ranson created this untitled painting using oil on canvas, showcasing his unique style and interests. Ranson was a key figure in the Nabis group, who were interested in synthesising art with everyday life. The Nabis appreciated the beauty and expressive potential of materials, promoting the idea that art should be integrated into all aspects of life, including decorative arts and design. Here, the flat planes of color emphasize the painted surface itself. The texture of the canvas is visible beneath the thin layers of pigment. In terms of subject, Ranson was deeply involved in occult spirituality, an interest visible in the symbolic qualities of this image. The figures, rendered in flowing lines, embody the aesthetic principles that connected fine art and design in the late 19th century. The artwork blurs the boundaries between fine art and decorative design, highlighting the materials and the artist's hand in its creation.