Part of the Town of Pont Audemer

Les Nabis · Canvas

Felix Vallotton's woodcut captures a quiet stretch of the River Eure at Pont Audemer, where buildings and trees stand in sharp relief against the sky.

30x45 cm / 12x18″

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Technique and Composition

Composition and Perspective

The view is organized along the waterline, with buildings and trees set in relief against the sky. The arrangement keeps the eye moving across the surface of the river while the vertical accents of architecture and foliage anchor the composition.

Color and Light

Light and dark are handled through line and tone rather than color, with long shadows suggesting the time of day without specifying it. The contrast between the darkened forms and the open sky gives the scene its depth and its sense of stillness.

Reading the Work

Art-Historical Context

Woodcut printmaking enjoyed a revival in the late nineteenth century, valued for its directness and its ability to render crisp lines and bold contrasts. Vallotton's prints sit within that tradition, treating the block as a vehicle for graphic precision rather than textured richness.

Part of the Town of Pont Audemer is notable for the way it holds a landscape in a near-silhouette register, letting the relationship between built forms and water carry the scene. The result is a town view that feels observed and edited, with little detail spared where it would weaken the overall structure.

Editorial Insight

“The print holds its landscape in a near-silhouette register, letting the relationship between built forms and water carry the scene.”

Part of the Town of Pont Audemer by Felix Vallotton

This woodcut presents a measured view of a riverside town, with architecture and foliage arranged along the water's edge. Long shadows cross the surface, and the composition reads as a calm, structured scene rather than a fleeting impression.

Vallotton worked across painting, illustration, and printmaking, and his woodcuts are known for their clean contours and strong tonal contrast. He was associated with the Nabis, a group interested in the decorative and symbolic use of form, and his prints often favor clarity and order over atmospheric softness.

Designing with Part of the Town of Pont Audemer

This print works where a room benefits from quiet structure rather than strong color. It suits a study, a library wall, or a hallway with neutral plaster, charcoal, or soft white surroundings, where the black-and-white graphic quality can read clearly at close range. In the 30x45 cm / 12x18" size, it fits a modest wall above a desk or side console; in the 40x60 cm / 16x24" size, it can anchor a larger expanse of wall without crowding the space. Hang it at eye level with a little breathing room around the frame, and let the long shadows and clean lines settle into the room rather than compete with it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this print come framed, and with what materials?

Yes. It arrives in a premium hardwood frame made with conservation-grade materials, built to protect the print and complement it without drawing attention away from the artwork.

How much is shipping, and what's the typical delivery window?

Shipping is complimentary worldwide, with no order minimum. Expect delivery in roughly 5-10 business days depending on where you're located.

What materials keep the print archival-quality?

The print itself is produced on archival paper, and it's glazed with UV-protective acrylic to help the colors hold up over time.

What happens if I want to send it back?

You have 30 days from delivery to return it for a full refund or exchange -- the piece just needs to come back in its original condition.