Title Page for "Le Sourire" (Titre du Sourire)
1899
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1899
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Title Page for "Le Sourire" (Titre du Sourire) is a 1899 ink by Paul Gauguin, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image is a woodcut on japan paper, featuring a title page for "Le Sourire". The title is written in a stylized font at the top of the page, with the word "Sourire" in larger letters. Below the title, there are several abstract shapes and lines, including a curved line that resembles a smile. The overall design of the page is simple yet elegant, with a focus on clean lines and minimal ornamentation. The use of a woodcut technique gives the image a sense of texture and depth. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, you might want to look up Gauguin, Paul.
Eugène Henri Paul Gauguin (; French: ; 7 June 1848 – 8 May 1903) was a French painter, sculptor, printmaker, ceramist, and writer, whose work has been primarily associated with the Post-Impressionist and Symbolist movements.
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