{"title":"Maurice Prendergast","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"three-little-girls-in-red-maurice-prendergast","title":"Three Little Girls in Red - Maurice Prendergast","description":"\u003cp\u003eA street scene by Maurice Prendergast, 'Three Little Girls in Red' features the artist's signature mosaic-like brushstrokes and flattened perspective. The bright red coats of the girls create a striking contrast with the muted tones of the urban background.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaurice Prendergast (1858-1924) was an American Post-Impressionist artist who used a unique style characterised by bright colours and mosaic-like brushstrokes. He is known for his depictions of leisure and urban life. Prendergast was among the first American artists to adopt the modernist styles seen in Europe. He was associated with The Eight, a group of American artists who challenged the academic standards of American art in the early 20th century. 'Three Little Girls in Red' exemplifies Prendergast's distinctive approach. The monotype depicts a street scene with figures rendered in a somewhat flattened perspective. The three girls, clad in red coats, are the visual focus, their bright colour contrasting with the more muted tones of the other figures and the urban background. The artist's technique, involving the application of paint to a smooth surface and then transferring it to paper, results in a textured, almost grainy effect, which adds to the work's unique character. The composition is carefully balanced, with the figures arranged to create a sense of movement and rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/horse-hair-glove-pierre-bonnard\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eHorse Hair Glove - Pierre Bonnard — Pierre Bonnard\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Maurice Prendergast","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57698754789711,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57698756395343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57698756428111,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Three-Little-Girls-in-Red_Poster_CompositorV1_1778808006413.jpg?v=1778813539"},{"product_id":"telegraph-hill-maurice-prendergast","title":"Telegraph Hill - Maurice Prendergast","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis oil on canvas work by Maurice Prendergast depicts a scene with figures strolling along the waterfront. The composition is built up of small touches of colour, creating a shimmering effect.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaurice Prendergast (1858-1924) was an American Post-Impressionist artist who used a unique, mosaic-like painting style. He is known for his lively depictions of leisure activities in urban and coastal settings. Prendergast was associated with The Eight, a group of American artists who challenged the academic traditions of the time. His work often captures the spirit of modern life with a focus on colour and form. 'Telegraph Hill' exemplifies Prendergast's distinctive approach. The painting shows a scene with figures strolling along the waterfront, possibly in San Francisco, given the title. The composition is built up of small, distinct touches of colour, creating a shimmering effect. The figures are rendered with simplified forms, and the overall atmosphere is one of light and movement. Ships in the background add depth to the scene. The colour palette is soft, with pinks, greens, and touches of red dominating the canvas. The painting conveys a sense of spontaneity and captures a fleeting moment of everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-old-track-to-auvers-paul-cezanne\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Old Track to Auvers - Paul Cézanne — Paul Cézanne\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/a-vase-of-roses-vincent-van-gogh\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Vase of Roses - Vincent van Gogh — Vincent van Gogh\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Maurice Prendergast","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57728086212943,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57728087458127,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57728087490895,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Telegraph-Hill_Poster_CompositorV1_1779154327203.jpg?v=1779156731"},{"product_id":"madison-square-maurice-prendergast","title":"Madison Square - Maurice Prendergast","description":"\u003cp\u003eA watercolour painting by Maurice Prendergast, 'Madison Square' captures a bustling city scene with loose brushwork and vibrant colours, reflecting the energy of urban life in the early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaurice Prendergast (1858-1924) was an American Post-Impressionist artist who used a bright, mosaic-like style. He is known for his lively depictions of urban life and leisure. Prendergast was associated with The Eight, a group of American artists who challenged the academic traditions of the time. He favoured direct observation and personal expression. His work often captures fleeting moments and the energy of modern life. 'Madison Square' is a watercolour painting that shows a bustling city scene. The composition is filled with figures, carriages, and architectural details. Prendergast's loose brushwork and use of colour create a sense of movement and atmosphere. The buildings in the background are rendered with soft, diffused edges, while the figures in the foreground are more defined. Red umbrellas punctuate the scene, drawing the eye through the composition. The overall effect is one of spontaneity and immediacy, capturing the vibrancy of urban life in the early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-green-car-william-james-glackens\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Green Car - William James Glackens — William James Glackens\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Maurice Prendergast","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57728086606159,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57728088736079,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57728088768847,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Madison-Square_Poster_CompositorV1_1779154326893.jpg?v=1779156756"},{"product_id":"fiesole-venice-also-known-as-the-day-before-the-fiesta-st-pietro-in-volte-maurice-prendergast","title":"Fiesole, Venice (also known as The Day Before the Fiesta, St. Pietro in Volte) - Maurice Prendergast","description":"\u003cp\u003eA watercolour painting by Maurice Prendergast, 'Fiesole, Venice' (also known as 'The Day Before the Fiesta, St. Pietro in Volte') depicts a festive street scene in Venice with colourful banners and lively figures, capturing the excitement of an impending festival.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaurice Prendergast (1858-1924) was an American Post-Impressionist artist who used a unique, colourful style. He is known for his lively depictions of urban life and leisure. Prendergast was associated with The Eight, a group of American artists who challenged the academic traditions of the time. He embraced modernism and experimented with broken brushstrokes and flattened perspective. His work often captures fleeting moments and the energy of crowds. 'Fiesole, Venice' (also known as 'The Day Before the Fiesta, St. Pietro in Volte') is a watercolour painting that shows a street scene in Venice, Italy. Banners and flags are strung across the street, creating a festive atmosphere. Figures populate the scene, including women and children in the foreground. Prendergast's use of watercolour gives the painting a light, airy quality. The colours are bright and cheerful, contributing to the overall sense of celebration. The composition is dynamic, with the eye drawn through the street by the arrangement of figures and flags. The painting captures a sense of movement and the excitement of an impending festival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-old-track-to-auvers-paul-cezanne\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Old Track to Auvers - Paul Cézanne — Paul Cézanne\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/a-vase-of-roses-vincent-van-gogh\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eA Vase of Roses - Vincent van Gogh — Vincent van Gogh\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Maurice Prendergast","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57746618548559,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57748094517583,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57748094550351,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Fiesole-Venice-also-known-as-The-Day-Before-the-Fiesta-St_Poster_CompositorV1_1779327484900.jpg?v=1779330260"},{"product_id":"bastille-day-maurice-prendergast","title":"Bastille Day - Maurice Prendergast","description":"\u003cp\u003eA moody, atmospheric monotype by Maurice Prendergast capturing the festive illumination of Bastille Day in Paris, 1892.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMaurice Prendergast created this monotype during his formative years in Paris, where he studied at the Académie Julian and the Académie Colarossi. The work captures the festive atmosphere of the French national holiday, Bastille Day, in 1892. Prendergast employs a distinct visual language, favouring flattened forms and decorative patterns over traditional perspective. The scene is dominated by dark, moody tones that suggest the evening setting, punctuated by the soft, glowing orbs of paper lanterns suspended in the trees. \n\nThe figures are rendered with loose, gestural strokes, creating a sense of movement and collective celebration. Prendergast was deeply influenced by the aesthetic qualities of Japanese woodblock prints, which is evident in the deliberate arrangement of the composition and the emphasis on surface design. The text at the bottom, 'Le Quatorze Juillet 1892', is integrated into the design, functioning as both a title and a decorative element. This work demonstrates the artist's early experimentation with the monotype medium, a process that allowed him to achieve unique textures and atmospheric effects through the manipulation of ink on a plate. \n\nUnlike his later, more colourful watercolours, this piece relies on a restricted palette to convey the nocturnal mood. The interplay between the dark silhouettes of the crowd and the luminous lanterns creates a rhythmic quality across the surface. Prendergast's ability to capture the essence of public life in Paris remains a defining characteristic of his early output. This print offers a glimpse into the artist's transition from his background in commercial sign painting to the more expressive, painterly style that would define his career. It remains a representative example of his fascination with urban leisure and the visual spectacle of city life at the end of the nineteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/flowering-garden-vincent-van-gogh\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFlowering Garden - Vincent van Gogh — Vincent van Gogh\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/the-old-track-to-auvers-paul-cezanne\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Old Track to Auvers - Paul Cézanne — Paul Cézanne\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Maurice Prendergast","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58233927500111,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58233927565647,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233927598415,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58233927696719,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233927729487,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58233927762255,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58233927827791,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233927860559,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58233927893327,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58233927926095,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233927991631,"sku":null,"price":117.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58233928024399,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58233928089935,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ White frame","offer_id":58233928122703,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ XS Canvas (20x30cm) \/ -","offer_id":58233928646991,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ Small Canvas (30x40cm) \/ -","offer_id":58233928679759,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58233928745295,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Bastille-Day_Poster_CompositorV1_1782693245837.jpg?v=1782693378"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/en-nz\/collections\/maurice-prendergast.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}