Sleeping Child 1912

Henri Manguin's 1912 painting, "Sleeping Child," depicts a young woman in a red shirt and white shorts, napping amidst lush greenery. This work exemplifies the Fauvist style, characterized by bold, vibrant colors and simplified forms. Manguin uses a palette of rich reds, greens, and yellows to create a sense of warmth and vitality, typical of the Fauvist approach. The subject is depicted with a sense of tranquility, captured through the soft lines and the peaceful nature of the scene, making this artwork an example of Fauvist aesthetic that focuses on capturing emotion and a feeling of the moment rather than meticulous realism.