Artwork
L'apparition
L'apparition is an unspecified painting by the Symbolist artist Odilon Redon. It dates from 1888 and is held in the collection of the Kröller-Müller Museum.
About this work
Overview
L'apparition is a painting by Odilon Redon, a French artist associated with the Symbolist movement, created around 1888.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts two figures, one blue and one yellow, both with halos, positioned to suggest interaction. The use of halos and dreamlike imagery evokes a sense of mysticism or spirituality.
Technique & Style
The figures are rendered in a simple, outline style with minimal detail, set against a muted green background. Redon's use of bold, contrasting colors for the figures creates a sense of visual tension.
History & Provenance
Redon's work gained recognition after his drawings were referenced in Joris-Karl Huysmans' 1884 novel À rebours, marking a turning point in his career.
Artist & collection
Artist
Born Bertrand-Jean Redon on 20 April 1840 in Bordeaux, the artist adopted the name Odilon from his mother, Marie-Odile.
