1896
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Elles: Woman Combing Her Hair is a 1896 by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
The painting depicts a woman sitting on the floor, combing her hair. Her dark hair cascades down her back as she holds a comb in her right hand. The woman is dressed in a dark skirt and a light-colored top, which is pulled down, revealing her bare back and arms. The background of the painting is a muted brown color, which complements the earthy tones of the woman's clothing. The woman's pose is relaxed, with her legs tucked under her body and her back slightly arched. Her face is not visible, as her head is tilted downwards, focused on her hair. The overall mood of the painting is one of intimacy and quiet contemplation. This painting is a great example of the Impressionist movement, which focused on capturing everyday life and moments in a realistic and detailed way. To learn more about this style, check out the Impressionism movement.
This print belongs to a portfolio published by the dealer Gustave Pellet, who created a special luxury paper that featured a watermark of his initials.
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Comte Henri Marie Raymond de Toulouse-Lautrec-Montfa (24 November 1864 – 9 September 1901), known as Toulouse-Lautrec (French: ), was a French painter, printmaker, draughtsman, caricaturist, and illustrator.
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