Evocation of Roussel
1912 National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C.
About this artwork
This pastel work depicts a portrait of the artist Ker-Xavier Roussel, surrounded by delicate, dreamlike floral motifs. It is part of the collection at the National Gallery of Art.
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Odilon Redon created this evocative portrait of his friend and fellow artist, Ker-Xavier Roussel, using his signature dreamlike style. The work reflects the deep admiration and artistic brotherhood that existed among the group of painters known as the Nabis, to which Roussel belonged. Redon's ethereal use of pastel here captures more than just a physical likeness; it aims to convey the spirit and essence of the subject, bridging the gap between reality and the subconscious.
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Evocation of Roussel
Odilon Redon, 1912
