Artwork
Eve before the Apple Tree (Eve de dos devant le pommier)
Eve before the Apple Tree (Eve de dos devant le pommier) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Paul-Albert Besnard. It dates from 1892 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Eve before the Apple Tree is an etching on laid paper created by Albert Besnard in 1892.
About this work
Overview
Eve before the Apple Tree is an etching on laid paper created by Albert Besnard in 1892.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a woman standing in a field of tall grass, facing a tree with twisting branches, her loose hair and back visible. The title 'Eve' suggests a biblical reference, linking the subject to the story of Eve and the forbidden fruit.
Technique & Style
The etching features light, scratchy lines, evoking the effect of quick pencil strokes. The textured paper is characteristic of traditional printmaking techniques.
History & Provenance
The artist signed the work 'Besnard' in the corner and titled it 'Eve' at the bottom, indicating its authenticity and providing context for the subject.
Artist & collection
Artist
Paul-Albert Besnard (1849–1934) was a French artist, born in 7th arrondissement of Paris.
