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1895
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From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1895
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From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This lithograph features a woman in a flowing dress, her body arched backward as she gazes up at a dark, cloudy sky. The woman's face is obscured by her hair, which is blown back by an unseen wind. Her dress is rendered in soft, feathery brushstrokes, while the sky is depicted in bold, dark lines. The image is part of an album of 50 lithographs, created by Louis Abel-Truchet in 1895. The work showcases the artist's skill in capturing the play of light and shadow, as well as his ability to convey a sense of movement and energy. The Museum of Modern Art holds this lithograph, which is a testament to the enduring power of Impressionist and Realist art. To explore more works like this, look up the movement: Impressionism.