Artwork
Mlle. Juliette Dodu
Mlle. Juliette Dodu is a print by Odilon Redon. It dates from 1904 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Mlle.
About this work
Overview
Mlle. Juliette Dodu is a 1904 print by French artist Odilon Redon, held in The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a woman, likely Juliette Dodu, in a contemplative state, with her head turned to the left and a introspective expression.
Technique & Style
Redon employed chiaroscuro to create depth, using a range of grays that shade from dark to light across the subject's face, drawing the viewer's eye to her features.
History & Provenance
Odilon Redon, known for his early monochromatic works, shifted to a more colorful style in the 1890s, of which Mlle. Juliette Dodu is an example.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Born Bertrand-Jean Redon on 20 April 1840 in Bordeaux, the artist adopted the name Odilon from his mother, Marie-Odile.
