

Curatorial Narrative Flix Vallotton’s “Lettre de faire-part” of 1897 occupies a pivotal position within the artist’s oeuvre, marking a significant departure from his earlier figurative works. Executed in a minimalist style that would later influence the modern movement, this painting embodies the artist’s fascination with abstract forms and linear brushwork. The stark palette, reduced to black and white, imbues the composition with an atmospheric weight that invites contemplation. By stripping away non-essential elements, Vallotton achieves a sense of spatial purity, allowing the viewer to engage directly with the underlying chromatic structure.As “Lettre de faire-part” is enlarged to 44×54 inches, its linear brushstrokes and geometric forms assert themselves with increased authority, governing the visual rhythm of the space. The dark fields that dominate the composition create a sense of depth, drawing the viewer’s eye towards an u
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