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Après l'apparition (2e planche) (After the Vision) (second plate), by Jean-Louis Forain, ink, 1904

Après l'apparition (2e planche) (After the Vision) (second plate)

Jean-Louis Forain

1904

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Après l'apparition (2e planche) (After the Vision) (second plate) is a 1904 ink by Jean-Louis Forain, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Jean-Louis Forain
When & what style?
1904
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image depicts a somber scene of two figures seated at a table, with one figure's head resting on the other's shoulder. The table is adorned with a few objects, including what appears to be a hat and a bottle. The atmosphere is subdued, with the figures' facial expressions conveying a sense of melancholy. The artist's use of drypoint on wove paper creates a sense of texture and depth in the image. The subtle play of light and shadow adds to the overall mood of the scene. For a deeper exploration of the artist's work, consider exploring the oeuvre of Forain, Jean-Louis.

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Artist

Jean-Louis Forain

Jean-Louis Forain (French pronunciation: ; 23 October 1852 – 11 July 1931) was a French Impressionist painter and printmaker, working in media including oils, watercolour, pastel, etching and lithograph.

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