Paysans

1936

Georges Rouault

Associated Names
Georges Rouault

Artist, French, 1871 - 1958

The image features two seated figures, one more prominent in the foreground than the other. Both figures are depicted with geometrically stylized body parts, with heavy, bold lines from head to knees. The foreground figure leans slightly forward, with one hand on their knee and the other on a rounded object near their lap. The figures have simplified facial features, with the foreground figure having an abstracted face that hints at a beard and short, stylized hair or a headdress. The clothing is suggested through broad strokes resembling armor or robes, without distinct accessories. The background is plain with bold black outlines emphasizing the figures' contours, creating an enclosed setting. The image is monochromatic, using black ink and cream paper.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    aquatint in black (trial proof)

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1950.17.261

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Chapon/Rouault 1978, no. 260, State a (trial proof)


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1978

  • Chapon, Francois and Isabelle Rouault. Oeuvre grave Rouault. 2 vols. Monte-Carlo: Editions Andre Sauret, 1978.

Wikidata ID

Q65225678

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