Girl

The painting Girl by André Derain exemplifies his shift from the vibrant Fauvist style of 1905–1906 to a more restrained aesthetic influenced by Cézanne and the old masters around 1910. While early works showcased riotous colourism, Girl reflects a move towards Neoclassicism, emphasizing form and composition. As a portrait, it captures the subject with clarity and restraint, aligning with Derain's post-First World War return to classical ideals and his leadership in the Return to Order movement, favoring order and simplicity over expressive colour.