October
1889
oil
From the collection of Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
1889
oil
From the collection of Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
This painting shows a woman in a black coat and hat, standing in front of a tree with yellow leaves. She's wearing a long, dark purple skirt with ruffles and is looking over her shoulder. The woman's face is turned to the right, and her body is angled to the left. The background is filled with yellow leaves and branches. The overall mood of the painting is one of quiet contemplation. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of depth and atmosphere. To learn more about the artist's style and techniques, look up James Tissot.