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Inspiration

Henri Fantin-Latour

National Gallery of Art

The image is a lithograph featuring two central figures. The male figure is depicted from the waist up, sitting or leaning forward while writing in a book or journal. His face is angled downwards, and he wears a textured garment with a distinct shading style. The female figure stands behind him, shown from head to waist. She has delicate facial features and styled hair, possibly adorned with decorative elements. Her upper body is bare or lightly draped, and she holds a palm leaf or similar object in her right hand. The background is dark and smoky, with the figures being the main focus of the image.

Artwork Details

Date
1895
Medium
Lithograph in black on china paper
Dimensions
8807 × 11896 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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