Portrait of Madame Paul Guillaume with a large hat 1928

"Portrait of Madame Paul Guillaume with a large hat" is a 1928 oil on canvas painting by André Derain. The artwork, currently residing in the Musée de l'Orangerie in Paris, depicts Madame Paul Guillaume, a prominent art collector, wearing a large, wide-brimmed hat and a white gown adorned with a fringe. The piece displays Derain's signature style, which blends Fauvist influences with a more traditional approach to portraiture, evident in the bold colors and the simplified forms. The painting's emphasis on Madame Guillaume's elegance and her confident gaze reflects Derain's interest in capturing the essence of his subjects. This captivating work showcases Derain's artistic mastery in depicting both the physical appearance and the personality of his sitter.