Artwork
Standing Nude Holding Gown on Her Knee
Standing Nude Holding Gown on Her Knee is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Félix Vallotton. It dates from 1904 and is held in the collection of the Detroit Institute of Arts.
About this work
Overview
Standing Nude Holding Gown on Her Knee is an oil painting by Félix Vallotton, created in 1904. It is a figurative work depicting a nude woman in a domestic setting.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a calm, introspective woman standing in a plain room, holding a white gown on her knee. Her gaze is downward, and her expression is serene. The scene conveys a sense of quiet contemplation.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by its realistic and detailed rendering, with a focus on capturing the textures of the subject's skin and the folds of the gown. The artist's use of oil paint allows for a lifelike representation of the scene.
History & Provenance
The painting is held at the Detroit Institute of Arts, indicating its significance within the artist's oeuvre and the institution's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Félix Édouard Vallotton (French: ; December 28, 1865 – December 29, 1925) was a Swiss and French painter and printmaker associated with the group of artists known as Les Nabis.
