Jeu de volant

1898

First trip to Rome, turn to neoclassicism

He visited Rome for the first time, where the works of Raphael and Michelangelo in the Vatican made a deep impression on him; on his return he reoriented his art toward neoclassicism.

1899

Exhibition at Durand-Ruel's and the breakup of the Nabis

Tensions among the Nabis came to a head at the exhibition at Durand-Ruel's gallery; from then on each went his own way in art, while remaining on friendly terms.

1899

First official recognition: a state purchase

The French state acquired one of the paintings of the "Muses" series — the artist's first official recognition.

1899年4月7日

Daughter born: Bernadette Denis

1901年7月12日

Daughter born: Anne-Marie Poncet-Denis