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Left Figure (cartoon for the south wall, dining room, Dorchester House), by Alfred Stevens, oil, 1860

Left Figure (cartoon for the south wall, dining room, Dorchester House)

Alfred Stevens

1860

oil

canvas

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Left Figure (cartoon for the south wall, dining room, Dorchester House) is a 1860 oil by Alfred Stevens, a Realism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Alfred Stevens
When & what style?
1860 · Realism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting features a figure draped in fabric, with a curtain or sheet behind them. The figure is depicted in a classical style, with a focus on the folds of the fabric and the play of light and shadow. The artist has used a range of colors to create a sense of depth and texture, with the figure standing out against the darker background. The overall effect is one of elegance and refinement. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this work, you might want to look up Alfred Stevens.

About the artist

Portrait of Alfred Stevens
Artist

Alfred Stevens

Alfred Émile Léopold Stevens (11 May 1823 – 24 August 1906) was a Belgian painter, known for his paintings of elegant modern women.

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