The Japanese Robe
Alfred Stevens
key Notes:
Orientalism, Elegance
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Dimensions:
36 1/2 x 25 1/8 in. (92.7 x 63.8 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Advanced
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story of the work:
"The Japanese Robe," painted by Alfred Stevens in 1877, depicts a fashionable woman adorned in a vibrant kimono, reflecting the Western fascination with Japanese culture during the Meiji period. The work exemplifies Stevens' interest in the interplay of textiles and fashion, as well as his skill in capturing the subtleties of light and texture.
Description of the work:
"The Japanese Robe" by Alfred Stevens, created in 1877, features a female figure adorned in an intricately patterned kimono, which reflects the influence of Japonisme in 19th-century European art. The composition is characterized by a harmonious interplay of color and texture, with the robe's vibrant patterns contrasting against the subdued background, emphasizing the subject's elegance and poise.
Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art
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