Artwork
Druidesse

Druidesse is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Odilon Redon. It dates from 1892 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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- Inscribed:upper right, above image: Druidesse... 50 exemp.; lower left in graphite: OdR.; by later hand, lower right in graphite: 8192; by later hand, lower left verso in graphite: UB90 Druidesse
About this work
Overview
Druidesse is a lithograph on chine collé created by Odilon Redon in 1892, depicting a woman's enigmatic profile.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, a woman with a draped head covering, exudes mystery and quiet contemplation. Her partially visible hair and indistinct features add to the enigmatic atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Executed in lithograph on chine collé, the work contrasts a dark background with lighter tones for the woman's face and clothing, enhancing the sense of intrigue.
History & Provenance
Created in 1892, Druidesse is characteristic of Redon's explorations during this period, though specific provenance details are not provided here.
Context
While often associated with broader late 19th-century artistic movements, Druidesse's dreamy, introspective quality distinguishes it from the more outwardly focused Impressionist movement.
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Artist
Odilon Redon (born Bertrand Redon; French: ; 20 April 1840 – 6 July 1916) was a French Symbolist draftsman, printmaker, and painter.

















