La Lecture Collection

La Vie Seigneuriale: Reading, Loire Workshop, c. 1500 (tapestry)
XIR28041 La Vie Seigneuriale: Reading, Loire Workshop, c.1500 (tapestry) by French School, (16th century); Musee National du Moyen Age et des Thermes de Cluny, Paris; French, out of copyright

Reading, 1877 (oil on canvas)
ZEN136425 Reading, 1877 (oil on canvas) by Fantin-Latour, Ignace Henri Jean (1836-1904); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Lyon, France; Gift of George G. Booth; French, out of copyright

La Vie Seigneuriale: Reading, Loire Workshop, c. 1500 (tapestry) (detail of 28041)
XIR259722 La Vie Seigneuriale: Reading, Loire Workshop, c.1500 (tapestry) (detail of 28041) by French School, (16th century); Musee National du Moyen Age et des Thermes de Cluny, Paris; French

La Lecture, late 19th century, (c2014-2017). Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
La Lecture. Henri Berge (1870-1937)

A girl reading (La liseuse). Artist: Renoir, Pierre Auguste (1841-1919)
A girl reading (La liseuse). Found in the collection of Musee d Orsay, Paris

La liseuse, 1926. Artist: Gris, Juan (1887-1927)
La liseuse, 1926. From a private collection

Pierre-Auguste Renoir Reading La Lecture c. 1892
Pierre-Auguste Renoir: Reading (La Lecture), Pierre-Auguste Renoir, c. 1892, Oil on canvas, Overall: 16 1/4 x 12 5/8 in. (41.3 x 32.1 cm)

Reading, 1865 (oil on canvas)
XIR40431 Reading, 1865 (oil on canvas) by Manet, Edouard (1832-83); 61x74 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; (add.info.: Leon Leenhoff later addition in 1873-75; Madame Manet et son fils; ); French

Reading, 1863 (oil on canvas)
XIR37029 Reading, 1863 (oil on canvas) by Fantin-Latour, Ignace Henri Jean (1836-1904); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Tournai, Belgium; French, out of copyright

The Reading, c. 1890-95 (oil on canvas)
XIR19845 The Reading, c.1890-95 (oil on canvas) by Renoir, Pierre Auguste (1841-1919); 55x65.5 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Reading the Role (oil on canvas)
XIR175500 Reading the Role (oil on canvas) by Renoir, Pierre Auguste (1841-1919); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Reims, France; French, out of copyright

Reading (oil on canvas)
XIR164922 Reading (oil on canvas) by Renoux, Jules Ernest (1863-1932); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

The Reading (oil on canvas)
XIR162364 The Reading (oil on canvas) by Rotari, Pietro Antonio (1707-62); 88x75 cm; Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia; Italian, out of copyright

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"Discovering the World Through Words: A Journey into 'La Lecture'" Step back in time to the 16th century, where we find ourselves in the midst of a Loire Workshop. The tapestry titled "La Vie Seigneuriale: Reading" captures the essence of this era, showcasing individuals engrossed in books, delving into knowledge and expanding their horizons. Fast forward to 1877, as we witness another captivating portrayal of reading through an oil on canvas masterpiece simply titled "Reading. " This artwork transports us to a serene setting where one can almost feel the pages turning and immerse themselves in literature's embrace. Zooming closer into detail, we encounter a mesmerizing snippet from "La Vie Seigneuriale: Reading, " revealing intricate patterns and textures that bring this historical scene to life. Every thread seems carefully woven together to depict not only physical beauty but also intellectual curiosity. Moving ahead in time yet again, we stumble upon Alan John Ainsworth's interpretation of "La Lecture" during the late 19th century. With his unique style and perspective, he invites us to ponder over how reading has evolved throughout history while remaining an essential part of our lives. Renowned artist Pierre Auguste Renoir presents us with his own rendition of a girl deeply engaged in her book - aptly named "A Girl Reading (La liseuse). " Renoir captures both innocence and concentration within this piece, reminding us that reading is not just an activity but a gateway to imagination. Juan Gris takes us even further into modernity with his work titled "La liseuse" from 1926. His cubist approach challenges traditional notions of art while still celebrating the act of reading as something timeless and universal. Returning once more to Pierre-Auguste Renoir's mastery, we encounter another glimpse at his interpretation of "Reading La Lecture" circa 1892.