1926
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
By the Lamp (Sous la Lampe) is a 1926 ink by Paul-Albert Besnard, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting depicts two children sitting at a desk, with one child holding a pencil and looking down at a piece of paper. The other child is looking up, seemingly at the viewer. The scene is set in a dark room, with only a small area lit by a lamp. The children are dressed in dark clothing, and the overall atmosphere of the painting is one of quiet contemplation. The use of dark colors and the soft lighting creates a sense of intimacy and focus. The artist's use of etching and white ink additions on wove paper adds texture and depth to the painting, making it feel more tactile and engaging. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's techniques, you might want to look up more information on etching.
Paul-Albert Besnard (1849–1934) was a French artist, born in 7th arrondissement of Paris.
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