Mon Enfant (My Child)

Mon Enfant (My Child)

Odilon Redon

1892

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

The image presents a side profile of a child's head, rendered in a soft, muted tone. The child's face is turned to the left, with their eyes cast downward. Their hair is depicted in loose, flowing strands that frame their face. The background of the image is a subtle, off-white color, which provides a gentle contrast to the child's features. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation, as if the child is lost in thought. This portrait is reminiscent of the work of artists who specialize in lithography, such as Redon, Odilon.

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