Corner of the Plateau of Bellevue 1902

Henri Rousseau's "Corner of the Plateau of Bellevue" (1902) depicts a path winding through a lush, autumnal forest. The scene features a muted palette of browns, greens, and oranges with silhouetted trees against a soft purple sky. Rousseau's signature style, characterized by simplified forms and a flat perspective, creates a sense of childlike wonder and a dreamlike quality. The painting is a prime example of his Naïve art, a movement that embraced the unrefined and spontaneous aspects of artistic expression.