Artwork
The Supper at Emmaus
The Supper at Emmaus is a chalk drawing by Jean-Louis Forain. It dates from 1912 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:"forain" upper right composition, black chalk, artist's hand. Not dated. Verso: none.
- Markings
- Marked:"National Gallery of Art" verso, black stamped ink, (Lugt 1932d).
About this work
Overview
The Supper at Emmaus is a drawing created by Jean-Louis Forain around 1912 using watercolor and colored chalks on laid Van Gelder paper.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a biblical scene, showing a group of people in old-fashioned clothing gathered around a table, their attention focused on an unclear central element.
Technique & Style
Forain's use of watercolor and colored chalks achieves a soft, contemplative effect, characterized by muted colors, including blues and browns, and a blurred background.
Context
Forain was a French artist known for his work across multiple media, including watercolor, pastel, and printmaking, and enjoyed significant commercial success during his lifetime.
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Artist
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.
