Artwork
Tahiti
Tahiti is an ink print by the Impressionist artist French 19th Century. It dates from 1895 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Tahiti is a print created using transfer lithography on green wove paper. It depicts a simple scene of two women under a tree.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows two women sitting together, one holding a bird, the other resting her head on her companion's shoulder. A birdcage is nearby, suggesting a domestic scene.
Technique & Style
The image is characterized by loose lines and soft shading, achieved through the lithography technique. The artist's use of simple forms and quick strokes conveys a sense of spontaneity.
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Artist & collection
Artist
This sculptor liked to keep sharp tools in the studio and blunt ones in his pocket—his niece recalled finding him absentmindedly whittling a stick while talking philosophy.
