The Shadow (L'Ombre)
1898
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1898
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Odilon Redon’s *The Shadow* shows a dark, flowing shape on paper. The lines twist into what might be a face or hair. It feels alive, like smoke or water. Redon used just black ink and brushes. No color. He focused on shadow and light. This was part of his later work, where he left realism behind. Curious about his style? Look up Redon, Odilon.
