Violet and Rose: La Belle de Jour

James Abbott McNeill Whistler

Created:

Movement:

1888

Tonalism

key Notes:

Color harmony, feminine elegance.

Dimensions:

36 x 28 1/4 in. (91.4 x 71.8 cm)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Master

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story of the work:

"Violet and Rose: La Belle de Jour," painted by James Abbott McNeill Whistler in 1888, exemplifies the artist's exploration of color harmony and the aesthetic movement's emphasis on beauty. The work features a female figure draped in flowing garments, set against a soft, atmospheric background, reflecting Whistler's innovative approach to composition and his influence on modern art.

Description of the work:

"Violet and Rose: La Belle de Jour," painted by James Abbott McNeill Whistler in 1886, features a harmonious palette dominated by soft purples and pinks, creating an ethereal atmosphere. The composition presents a seated female figure draped in flowing garments, set against a luminous background that emphasizes the interplay of light and color, characteristic of Whistler's aesthetic approach to portraiture.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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