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Before the Repast at Emmaus

Jean-Louis Forain

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an interior scene featuring chairs and tables. The drawing shows indistinct forms of chairs around a table, with light lines and shades hinting at additional furnishings. Ink wash is used for shadow and depth, creating a sense of quietness and minimalism. The absence of fine detail highlights the abstract and contemplative nature of the drawing.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1910
Medium
brush and gray ink with brown and gray wash on wove paper
Dimensions
3905 × 3488 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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