Henri Rousseau

Henri Rousseau, a self-taught painter, is known for his naïve or primitive style. Think "Rough" Rousseau:

• Key Characteristics:

  • Flat, simplified forms with little perspective.
  • Vivid, almost unnatural colors.
  • Painstaking detail in depicting plants and foliage.
  • Dreamlike, fantastical scenes often featuring lush jungles.
  • A sense of stillness and quiet wonder.

• Themes:

  • Exotic jungles and wild animals.
  • Portraits with a touch of formality and charm.
  • Idyllic landscapes.
  • A sense of the uncanny and surreal.