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La Liseuse sous la lampe

La Liseuse sous la lampe, by József Rippl-Rónai, ink, 1895
La Liseuse sous la lampe, by József Rippl-Rónai, ink, 1895

La Liseuse sous la lampe is an ink print by the Impressionist artist József Rippl-Rónai. It dates from 1895 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription
Inscribed:lower left in graphite: Rónai; lower right in ink: no. 32 RR [monogram]

About this work

Overview

La Liseuse sous la lampe is a 1895 color lithograph on beige wove paper by József Rippl-Rónai.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a reclining woman reading by a lamp, with a chess piece and hat nearby. The soft, quiet atmosphere is enhanced by the lamp's glow on her hair.

Technique & Style

Rippl-Rónai employed subtle shading to capture light and shadow, giving the scene a sketch-like quality. The inclusion of everyday objects like a chess piece and hat adds a touch of the mundane.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: National Gallery of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted La Liseuse sous la lampe?

La Liseuse sous la lampe was painted by József Rippl-Rónai in 1895.

Where can I see La Liseuse sous la lampe?

La Liseuse sous la lampe is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is La Liseuse sous la lampe?

La Liseuse sous la lampe is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of La Liseuse sous la lampe?

Museum-quality prints of La Liseuse sous la lampe are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.