Après l'apparition (2e planche) (After the Vision) (second plate)

Jean-Louis Forain

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a dining table with various items on it. The table is covered with a cloth and has bread, a bowl, and cups or mugs placed on it. Two figures are interacting with the items on the table, suggesting intimacy or companionship. The drawing technique uses crosshatched lines to outline shapes and shades. The background consists of abstract lines that provide texture and depth to the space. The illustration focuses on the interplay of light and shadow, conveying the mood of a moment centered around companionship at the table.