Who painted Sickness (La Maladie)?

Sickness (La Maladie) was painted by Albert Besnard in 1884.

Where can I see Sickness (La Maladie)?

Sickness (La Maladie) is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Sickness (La Maladie)?

Sickness (La Maladie) is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Sickness (La Maladie)

Albert Besnard , 1884

Sickness (La Maladie) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Albert Besnard. It dates from 1884 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower right in graphite: ABesnard; across bottom in graphite: Tirée par moi Unique; rest by later hands, upper left verso in graphite: Maladie 1885; lower center verso in graphite: VIVLI / 18 / I/III / 10-18
Markings: Marked:[AB] (Albert Besnard's stamp) verso, purple stamped ink, (Lugt 67a).

About this work

Overview

Sickness (La Maladie) is an etching and aquatint print created by Albert Besnard in 1884 on laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a somber scene: a sick individual lies in bed in a dimly lit, austere room. Outside, two figures are visible, one holding a lantern on a ladder and another observing from against the wall, adding to the sense of isolation and quiet concern.

Technique & Style

Besnard employed fine lines and texture to convey the roughness of the bed and the heaviness of the blankets, creating a tense, still atmosphere. The use of etching and aquatint allowed for deep, detailed tones, enhancing the overall mood of the scene.