1912
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Lourdes, la miraculée (2e planche) (Lourdes, the Miracle) (second plate) is a 1912 ink by Jean-Louis Forain, held at National Gallery of Art.
The image depicts a woman standing in front of a crowd, with her arms outstretched. She is dressed in a long robe and head covering, and appears to be addressing the crowd. The crowd is seated on the ground, with some people lying down or sitting up. The woman's pose suggests that she is speaking or preaching to the crowd, and her outstretched arms may indicate that she is welcoming or blessing them. The crowd's seated position and varied postures suggest that they are listening intently to her words. The image is rendered in a sketchy, impressionistic style, with bold lines and loose brushstrokes. The overall effect is one of energy and movement, as if the scene is unfolding before our eyes. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, you might want to look up Forain, Jean-Louis.
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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