Artwork
L'Assomption de Hannele Mattern; En l'attendant
L'Assomption de Hannele Mattern; En l'attendant is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Paul Sérusier. It dates from 1894 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
L'Assomption de Hannele Mattern; En l'attendant is a 5-color lithograph on wove paper created by Paul Sérusier in 1894.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a reclining woman holding a flower, surrounded by an abstracted face in the background. Her calm pose and expression evoke serenity, while the background face adds an element of mystery.
Technique & Style
Sérusier employed muted colors and soft lines to create a peaceful atmosphere. The use of lithography allowed for subtle gradations of tone, contributing to the image's contemplative mood.
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