Artwork
Je t'adore a l'egal de la voute nocturne. O vase de tristesse, o grande taciturne (I adore you as I adore the vault of the night sky, O vessel of sadness, O tall silent woman)
Je t'adore a l'egal de la voute nocturne. O vase de tristesse, o grande taciturne (I adore you as I adore the vault of the night sky, O vessel of sadness, O tall silent woman) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Odilon Redon. It dates from 1890 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This lithograph, created by Odilon Redon in 1890, is a portrait of a contemplative woman with a solemn expression. The work is titled with a poetic phrase that reflects its introspective mood.
Subject & Meaning
The woman depicted is lost in thought, her face tilted downward and her eyes cast down. The title, 'Je t'adore a l'egal de la voute nocturne,' suggests a deep emotional connection between the subject and the artist, evoking a sense of reverence and melancholy.
Technique & Style
Redon's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye to the woman's face. Subtle gradations of light and shadow add nuance to the piece, making it feel more dynamic.
Artist & collection
Artist
Born Bertrand-Jean Redon on 20 April 1840 in Bordeaux, the artist adopted the name Odilon from his mother, Marie-Odile.
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