Henri Fantin-Latour

Fantin-Latour, Ignace-Henri-Jean-Theodore
French, 1836 - 1904

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The image shows three figures in dynamic poses, seemingly in mid-movement. Their positions suggest fluid motion with arms raised. The figures' facial features are indistinct and heavily shaded, with voluminous, flowing hair. Each figure is draped in light, fabric-like clothing that adheres to their forms. The background is filled with dense, textured shading. In the bottom left corner, there are additional indistinct shapes. Another smaller sketch on the lower right depicts a figure in a similar pose.
Henri Fantin-Latour, Bacchus, 1903, lithograph, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.143.91

Bacchus

Henri Fantin-Latour · 1903 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2015.143.91
The image shows two figures. The figure on the right is shown from head to toe, appear to be standing or floating with one arm raised above their head. Their facial features are softly drawn, with hair styled close to the head, dressed in a flowing, textured garment resembling a long robe or gown. On the left, another figure is seated from the waist up, with their head slightly bowed. The background features a softly rendered, abstract environment.
Henri Fantin-Latour, Debut from "Paradise and the Peri" (3rdplate ), 1901, lithograph, Rosenwald Collection, 1951.10.283

Debut from "Paradise and the Peri" (3rdplate )

Henri Fantin-Latour · 1901 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1951.10.283
The image portrays a seated woman with one leg crossed over the other. Her torso is turned slightly to the left. She has a serene expression and wavy hair. She is nude with a light piece of fabric draped over her lap and around her left side. She holds a round object attached to this fabric in her right hand. The background is dark and textured, creating a spotlight effect that highlights the woman's form.
Henri Fantin-Latour, Verite, 1900, lithograph, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.143.134

Verite

Henri Fantin-Latour · 1900 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2015.143.134
The artwork titled "Weeper: Study of a Nude Woman, Seated with Profile to Right" depicts a nude woman seated and shown from the side, with her profile facing to the right. Her body is slightly hunched, with her knees bent and arms resting on them. Her head is tilted downwards, resting on her arms, and her hair is styled in loose curls. The background of the artwork is textured and dark, contrasting with the lighter tone of her skin. The composition is rendered in a monochromatic, sketch-like style, emphasizing the contours and shadows of her form.
Henri Fantin-Latour, Weeper: Study of a Nude Woman, Seated with Profile to Right, 1899, lithograph on Chinese paper, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.3726

Weeper: Study of a Nude Woman, Seated with Profile to Right

Henri Fantin-Latour · 1899 · lithograph on Chinese paper ·  Accession ID  1943.3.3726
Two women are seated at a table. The woman on the right is engrossed in a task, while the other woman sits with her back to the viewer. The woman on the right has long, dark hair pulled back and wears a dark dress with a white collar. The woman on the left has her dark hair styled in a loose bun. Both women are focused on objects on the table. The setting has a dark background.
Henri Fantin-Latour, The Embroiderers (Les brodeuses), 1898, chine colle lithograph, Gift of Prentiss Taylor, 1986.53.1

The Embroiderers (Les brodeuses)

Henri Fantin-Latour · 1898 · chine colle lithograph ·  Accession ID  1986.53.1
The image shows a still life of round fruits, such as grapes and peaches, placed on a white plate. The color scheme consists of warm browns, muted greens, and deep reds. The fruits have a natural sheen. Positioned on the left center, the plate is filled with grapes spilling over its edge, with peaches of different shades scattered around. The background and support surface are dark brown, contrasting with the colorful fruit.
Henri Fantin-Latour, Still Life with Peaches and Grapes, 1896, oil on canvas, Gift of Miriam and Eliezer Benbassat, 2025.11.6

Still Life with Peaches and Grapes

Henri Fantin-Latour · 1896 · oil on canvas ·  Accession ID  2025.11.6
This is a drawing of figures gathered in a forest setting. The scene captures a group of figures engaged in activities within a low-lit forest clearing, surrounded by dense trees. To the left, one figure is holding up a circular object. The center figure appears to be seated with flowing garments, highlighted by patches of light. Two figures are seated in shadow to the right. The use of dark shadows and subtle highlights creates a sense of mystery and depth in the natural environment, while the texture adds an atmospheric quality to the scene.
Henri Fantin-Latour, Pastoral, 1896, lithograph, Rosenwald Collection, 1943.3.3730

Pastoral

Henri Fantin-Latour · 1896 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1943.3.3730
The image shows a drawing of two people sitting at a table, visible from the upper body up. They are positioned on opposite sides of the table, leaning slightly forward. The person on the left has dark, neatly styled hair and is facing away from the viewer, while the person on the right has lighter hair pulled back. Both individuals are dressed in dark clothing, and there is a bright rectangular surface, possibly paper, on the table. The background features a window with curtains, letting in diffused light and casting soft shadows.
Henri Fantin-Latour, Intérieur (Les brodeuses), 1895, lithograph in brown-violet on china paper, Virginia and Ira Jackson Collection, gift in memory of Virginia H. Jackson, 1996.151.197

Intérieur (Les brodeuses)

Henri Fantin-Latour · 1895 · lithograph in brown-violet on china paper ·  Accession ID  1996.151.197
The image shows two people seated at a table, with only their upper bodies visible. Their positions suggest they are engaged in an activity at the table, with heads inclined towards the tabletop. One person has dark hair styled in a bun. The other person's features are illuminated, showing refined facial features and long hair tied back. Both are dressed in dark clothing with white collars. The surroundings include a window draped with sheer fabric on one side, allowing light to filter through. The room seems dimly lit, enhancing the contrast between the figures and the illuminated tabletop.
Henri Fantin-Latour, Intérieur (Les brodeuses), 1895, lithograph in black on china paper, Virginia and Ira Jackson Collection, gift in memory of Virginia H. Jackson, 1996.151.196

Intérieur (Les brodeuses)

Henri Fantin-Latour · 1895 · lithograph in black on china paper ·  Accession ID  1996.151.196
The image shows two figures in a dimly lit setting. The figure on the left is seated, writing. The other figure stands beside them, holding a leafy object. The scene is illuminated by a light source on the right.
Henri Fantin-Latour, Inspiration, 1895, lithograph in black on heavy japan paper, Virginia and Ira Jackson Collection, gift in memory of Virginia H. Jackson, 1996.151.46

Inspiration

Henri Fantin-Latour · 1895 · lithograph in black on heavy japan paper ·  Accession ID  1996.151.46