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Reading (black pencil & bistre & wash on paper) (b / w photo)
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Reading (black pencil & bistre & wash on paper) (b / w photo)
XIR279453 Reading (black pencil & bistre & wash on paper) (b/w photo) by Fragonard, Jean-Honore (1732-1806); 28.2x20.7 cm; Louvre (Cabinet de dessins), Paris, France; (add.info.: La Lecture; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 12787737
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Aloud Armchair Concentrating Concentration Leaning Listening Reader Concentrate
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This print captures a moment of quiet contemplation. In the image, a female reader is seated in an elegant armchair, her profile turned towards us as she engrosses herself in a book. The artist, Jean-Honoré Fragonard, skillfully uses black pencil and bistre to create delicate lines that bring depth and texture to the drawing. A wash technique adds subtle shading and enhances the overall composition. The subject's headdress and dress suggest a historical period, adding an air of nostalgia to the scene. Her bonnet frames her face beautifully while she leans forward slightly, fully absorbed in her reading material. It is as if we have stumbled upon this intimate moment where time stands still. The viewer can almost hear the silence surrounding her as she concentrates on each word aloud. This portrayal of concentration highlights the power of literature to transport us into another world entirely. Displayed at Louvre (Cabinet de dessins) in Paris, France, this artwork showcases Fragonard's mastery in capturing human emotions through his sketches. The photograph itself was taken by Adolphe Giraudon during the late 19th century. This mesmerizing portrait invites us to appreciate both artistry and literature simultaneously; it reminds us of our own moments lost within pages filled with stories waiting to be discovered.
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