La Tentation de Saint Antoine (The Temptation of Saint Anthony)

1938 (from blocks cut in 1896/1900)

Odilon Redon, Georges Aubert after Redon, and Gustave Flaubert (author)

Associated Names
Odilon Redon

Artist, French, 1840 - 1916

Gustave Flaubert

Author, French, 1821 - 1880

Georges Aubert

Wood-engraver, French, 1886 - 1961

Ambroise Vollard

Publisher, French, 1866 - 1939

Auguste Clot

Printer, French, 1858 - 1936

Henri Jourde

Printer, French

The image is of a book cover page. It features the text "GUSTAVE FLAUBERT" and "LA TENTATION DE SAINT ANTOINE." There is a note about illustrations by Odilon Redon and the publisher "ÉDITIONS AMBROISE VOLLARD" with the year "MCMXXXIII" (1933). Under the text is an illustration of a person in profile with long hair, shown from the head to upper torso in a prayer-like pose. The illustration is framed in an arched border, set against a light-colored paper background.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    unbound volume with letterpress text and a suite of 23 lithographs on chine appliqué designed in 1896 and 15 in-text wood engravings by Georges Aubert after Redon, from blocks cut in 1896/1900, all on wove Arches paper

  • Credit Line

    Woodner Collection, Gift of Dian Woodner

  • Dimensions

    book: 45.09 × 34.54 × 7.3 cm (17 3/4 × 13 5/8 × 2 7/8 in.)
    sheet (each approximately): 43.5 × 32.8 cm (17 1/8 × 12 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2014.137.2.1-23

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Mellerio 1913, nos. 135-157

Associated Artworks

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The image is a black and white print showing a close-up profile view of a person's head and upper shoulder. The individual is facing towards the right, with a prominent nose and softly detailed eye in profile. The facial features are lightly sketched with a fine texture, and the hair flows down from the head. The background and body texture merge into shadowy patterns, with no distinct clothing visible. The person is not holding any objects or wearing any jewelry. The background is a blend of grey tones and textures, creating a moody, abstract setting in the central portion of the white paper.

Saint-Antoine: Au Secours Mon Dieu!

Odilon Redon, Gustave Flaubert, Georges Aubert

1896

This is a drawing of an architectural scene with dark shadows and stone structures. The image shows an interior space with grand arches, a staircase, a large pedestal with carvings, and a sculpted head or mask on its surface. The play of light and shadow creates a dramatic effect. The architectural details suggest a historical or classical influence.

Et Partout ce Sont des Colonnes de Basalte,... La Lumière Tombe des Voutes

Odilon Redon, Gustave Flaubert, Georges Aubert

1896

The image depicts a head and shoulders portrait of a person in profile, facing right. The person is wearing an elaborate helmet resembling those worn by ancient warriors. The facial features are sharply defined with a chiseled nose and full lips. The hair is mostly covered by the helmet. The person is dressed in a garment blending with the background. There are no visible jewelry items or objects. The background is soft-textured, keeping focus on the main subject. The image is presented on a large blank sheet of paper.

Mes Baisers ont le Gout d'un Fruit Qui Se Fondrait Dans Ton Coeur!...

Odilon Redon, Gustave Flaubert, Georges Aubert

1896

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Dian Woodner, New York, 1990; gift to NGA, 2014.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1913

  • Mellerio, Andre. Odilon Redon. Paris: Societe pour l'Etude de la Gravure Francais, 1913. Reprint. New York, 1968: nos. 135-157.

Inscriptions

inside upper cover in blue pen by later hand: WRCP-5

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