Madame Derain in Green 1907

"Madame Derain in Green" (1907) is an oil painting by Andre Derain, a French artist known for his work in Fauvism and later for his contributions to Cubism. The painting depicts a portrait of a woman, possibly his wife, in a simplified and expressive style characteristic of Fauvism. The bold outlines, vibrant colors, and the flat, decorative approach to form highlight Derain's experimentation with color and the way it could be used to express emotion and to create a sense of immediacy and vibrancy. The painting's flatness and use of bold color, particularly the strong green of the woman's dress, are distinctive features of Fauvist art.