Elles étaient à lacets

Jean-Louis Forain, c. 1914/1919

This is a painting of a room with sparse furnishings. Two central elements are depicted: a disheveled bed with a rumpled blanket and a foot visible, and a figure in a long coat standing with a contemplative posture. The room is painted in muted tones such as greys and browns, creating a sense of desolation. The background shows a flat wall, emphasizing the simplicity of the setting. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive, capturing textures of the coat and bedding. This painting is in the style of artists known for emotive and minimalist compositions.
Artist
Jean-Louis Forain
Date
c. 1914/1919
Type
Drawing
Medium
watercolor and black crayon on wove paper
Dimensions
37.3 × 52.7 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a painting of a room with sparse furnishings. Two central elements are depicted: a disheveled bed with a rumpled blanket and a foot visible, and a figure in a long coat standing with a contemplative posture. The room is painted in muted tones such as greys and browns, creating a sense of desolation. The background shows a flat wall, emphasizing the simplicity of the setting. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive, capturing textures of the coat and bedding. This painting is in the style of artists known for emotive and minimalist compositions.

Jean-Louis Forain