The Ball by Félix Vallotton. A young child in a white dress and yellow straw hat runs across a sunlit sand path toward a small red ball, set against a backdrop of dense dark green foliage.

The Ball

Félix Vallotton

1899 · Wood, Oil Paint, Cardboard

A charming turn-of-the-century scene capturing the fleeting innocence of childhood play within a bold, graphic landscape.

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Where it works

A measured, grounding piece with crisp neutral depth — sits quietly within a room.

Often works in
Living Room · Bedroom · Nursery
Placement
Strong over sofas, beds, buffets, or wider open walls
Walls
Benefits from a distinct wall tone
Color notes
Charcoal black, Aged gold, Soft gray

About the piece

Painted in 1899, 'The Ball' is a quintessential example of Félix Vallotton’s involvement with the Nabis group, showcasing his signature use of flat planes of color and high-angle perspective. The composition masterfully juxtaposes the heavy, dark masses of the park’s foliage against the bright, open space of the path, creating a scene that is simultaneously playful and atmospheric.

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