

Curatorial Narrative The subject of Francis Jammes’ “Le bon Dieu chez les enfants Pl.10” is a scene from everyday life, one that speaks to the artist’s preoccupation with capturing the essence of modernity in the early 20th century. Executed in 1920, this print embodies the artistic and intellectual currents of its time, specifically the Nabis movement’s emphasis on ornamentalism and the rejection of traditional forms of representation. The fine brushwork that defines Jammes’ style imbues the scene with a sense of delicacy and nuance, while the use of pale blue stripes against cream-colored walls creates a sense of atmospheric lightness, as if the subjects are suspended within an unseen space.When enlarged to 44×57 inches, the chromatic structure of “Le bon Dieu chez les enfants Pl.10” begins to assert its presence in a luxury interior environment. The red dress and white blouse worn by the young girl take on a deeper, almost three-
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