Artwork
La Liseuse couchée
La Liseuse couchée is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Paul Ranson. It dates from 1895 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
La Liseuse couchée is a lithograph created by Paul Ranson in 1895, now part of the National Gallery of Art's collection in Washington.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts a serene domestic scene of a woman reading a book while lying on her side, accompanied by a relaxed cat in a simple, everyday setting.
Technique & Style
Characterized by loose, quick lines and decorative swirls, the lithograph features a soft, monochromatic gray-green tone on beige paper, conveying calmness and coziness.
History & Provenance
Created in 1895 by Paul Ranson, the lithograph is currently held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art in Washington.
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