Artwork

La Vision

La Vision, by Félix-Hilaire Buhot, ink, 1873
La Vision, by Félix-Hilaire Buhot, ink, 1873

La Vision is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Félix-Hilaire Buhot. It dates from 1873 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

La Vision is an etching created by Félix-Hilaire Buhot in 1873, executed in red etching and drypoint on wove paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a serene interior scene with a figure seated in a chair before a fireplace, hands raised, surrounded by a dimly lit atmosphere with shadows on the walls, evoking a sense of warmth and intimacy.

Technique & Style

The use of red ink for the etching and drypoint technique adds depth and texture to the image, contributing to its quiet and contemplative ambiance.

Context

This work is associated with the Romanticism movement, which emphasized emotion and imagination in artistic expression.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Félix-Hilaire Buhot

Artist

Félix-Hilaire Buhot

Félix-Hilaire Buhot (1847–1898) was a French artist, born in Valognes.

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