At the Renaissance: Sarah Bernhardt in "Phedre" (A la Renaissance: Sarah Bernhardt dans "Phèdre")
1893
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1893
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This image presents a lithograph in black on velin paper, featuring a woman in a flowing white dress with a circular belt, standing beside a person in a dark robe and head covering. The woman's gaze is directed upwards, while the person in the dark robe looks down. The woman's attire and the overall style of the image evoke a sense of drama and elegance. The contrast between the woman's white dress and the dark robes of the other figure adds to the visual interest of the piece. The use of lithography in this image highlights the artist's skill in capturing the subtleties of light and shadow. To learn more about the artist's technique, explore the world of lithography.
