Portrait of Madame Cezanne 1890

Paul Cézanne's "Portrait of Madame Cézanne" (1890) depicts his wife, Hortense Fiquet, in a close-up view that emphasizes her features and the subtle interplay of light and shadow. The painting, currently housed in the Musée d'Orsay in Paris, showcases Cézanne's unique style, characterized by bold brushstrokes, a focus on geometric forms, and a flattened perspective. The figure of Hortense is rendered with a sense of stillness and introspective calm, her eyes reflecting a deep sense of inner life. Cézanne's exploration of form and color in this portrait anticipates the development of Cubism, demonstrating his significant influence on modern art.