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'He cometh not' she said

Canziani

1864

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century

Dominant colour

'He cometh not' she said is a 1864 by Canziani, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: Canziani
When & what style?: 1864 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

The painting depicts a woman sitting in a chair, wrapped in a blanket, with her head resting on her hand. She is positioned in front of a fireplace, with a mantle above it that holds two vases. The room is dimly lit, with the only light source coming from the fireplace. The woman's face is obscured by her hand, adding to the sense of melancholy and introspection. The artist's use of cross-hatching and stippling techniques creates a sense of texture and depth in the painting. The woman's blanket and the chair she sits in are rendered in intricate detail, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure. The painting is a poignant portrayal of a moment of quiet contemplation, inviting the viewer to reflect on their own emotions and experiences. To learn more about the artist's technique, explore the use of cross-hatching and stippling in the works of Canziani.

The story of this work

Overview

A pen and ink drawing titled *He cometh not* she said by Canziani, completed on November 30, 1864, with the artist’s inscription noting the work was finished on that date.

Read the full account in the museum source.