The Curtain

The Curtain, a painting by Paul Cézanne, dates from 1888-1890. It is part of the collection of the Abegg foundation. The painting measures 0.72 meters in width and 0.92 meters in height. The artwork depicts a draped, patterned curtain, predominantly in shades of green and yellow, against a muted greyish-blue background. The curtain's folds and texture are rendered with Cézanne's characteristic short, distinct brushstrokes, creating a sense of depth and volume. The background is relatively plain, allowing the curtain to be the focal point of the composition.