Artwork

Studies Including Madame Cezanne

Studies Including Madame Cezanne, by Paul Cezanne, graphite, 1886
Studies Including Madame Cezanne, by Paul Cezanne, graphite, 1886

Studies Including Madame Cezanne is a graphite drawing by the Impressionist artist Paul Cezanne. It dates from 1886 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

This drawing on wove paper is a work by Paul Cezanne, created in 1886. It features multiple studies on a single sheet.

Subject & Meaning

The sheet contains two distinct pencil drawings: a bouquet of flowers and a portrait of a woman's face, likely Madame Cezanne, rendered with gentle lines and downward-cast eyes.

Technique & Style

The sketches exhibit a loose, expressive style characterized by visible pencil marks and subtle shading, conveying a sense of quiet intimacy.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Paul Cezanne

Artist

Paul Cezanne

Paul Cézanne was born on January 19, 1839, in Aix-en-Provence, the son of a hatter turned wealthy banker.

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