a) At the Conference (recto); b) Reclining Figure (verso)

c. 1919

Jean-Louis Forain

Associated Names
Jean-Louis Forain

Artist, French, 1852 - 1931

This is a drawing of two figures interacting in a room. The figures are shown in a simple, sketch-like style with minimalistic lines and shading. One figure stands closer to the viewer with a slightly hunched posture, while the other figure is positioned further back. They are engaged in an activity that suggests examination or discussion, as one reaches towards or points at a surface or document. The background includes light lines indicating furniture or architectural elements, enhancing the indoor setting. The sketch captures a moment of interaction, focusing on gesture and posture.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    a) black crayon on laid paper b) black crayon on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall: 45.3 x 56.8 cm (17 13/16 x 22 3/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.3.4083.a-b

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Lessing J. Rosenwald [1891-1979], Jenkintown, PA; gift to NGA, 1943.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

"forain" lower right margin, graphite, artist's hand. Not dated. "À la Conférence. "Est-ce-que ils en ont encore pour longtemps?" "Ils prepare une campagne d'hiver."" lower margin, graphite, unknown hand. "A 2382" lower right margin, graphite, unknown hand. Verso: none.

Markings

"LRJ" verso, black stamped ink, (Lugt 1760b). "National Gallery of Art" verso, black stamped ink, (Lugt 1932d).

Watermarks

[Fortune figure] / "VAN GELDER ZONEN"

Wikidata ID

Q64581470

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