Scène de cabinet particulier (planche en largeur) (Scene in a Private Room) (horizontal plate)
1905
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1905
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows two people in a dimly lit room. One is sitting at a table, laughing while holding a glass, with a book and a candle nearby. The other person leans over the table, smiling back. The clothing looks old-fashioned, and the drawing is loose and sketchy. The artist used quick, rough lines to capture the moment, making it feel lively yet unfinished. This style was common in late 19th-century French art. Look up lithography to see how this print was made.
