Who painted Paysanne avec pannier?

Paysanne avec pannier was painted by Henri-Gabriel Ibels in 1895.

Where can I see Paysanne avec pannier?

Paysanne avec pannier is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Paysanne avec pannier?

Paysanne avec pannier is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Paysanne avec pannier

Henri-Gabriel Ibels , 1895

Paysanne avec pannier is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Henri-Gabriel Ibels. It dates from 1895 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Henri‑Gabriel Ibels produced the lithograph Paysanne avec pannier in 1895. Executed on wove paper, the work employs a restrained palette of yellow and blue, creating a subdued visual atmosphere.

Subject & Meaning

The image presents a solitary woman in modest attire, carrying a basket that appears to contain either produce or flowers. Her placid expression and the ambiguous contents of the basket invite contemplation of everyday rural life.

Technique & Style

Created through lithography, the print utilizes the medium’s capacity for flat areas of color. Ibels limits the composition to two hues, emphasizing line and form over decorative detail, which contributes to the work’s calm tonal quality.

History & Provenance

The piece dates to the late nineteenth century, a period when French artists increasingly explored printmaking for its accessibility. Specific ownership records for this particular lithograph are not documented in the available sources.