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A Young Girl Resting her Head on the Lap of Another Girl, (red and black chalk)
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A Young Girl Resting her Head on the Lap of Another Girl, (red and black chalk)
990008 A Young Girl Resting her Head on the Lap of Another Girl, (red and black chalk) by Lagrenee, Louis Jean Francois I (1725-1805); 37x55.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Young Girl Resting her Head on the Lap of Another Girl. Louis Jean Francois Lagrenee (1725-1805). Red and black chalk. 37 x 55.8cm.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23676326
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Background Behaviour Black Chalk Chalk Comfort Comfortable Concern Concerned Distress Distressed Downcast Eyes Closed Facial Expression Female Garment Friend Friendly Friends Friendship Gesture Gesturing Grey Background Ground Hand Gesture Hand Movement Hand On Head Hand Raised Heartbroken Limb Melancholia Melancholy Moment Mood Mournful Negative Concept Old Master Drawings Old Masters Only Women Pose Posed Posing Red Chalk Relationship Repose Rest Resting Sorrow Taking A Rest Teen Teenage Girl Teenager Temperament Upset Using Hands Women Only Worried Worry Worrying Artist French Ethnic Origin Feeling French Art French Artist Lagrenee Louis Jean François Lagrenée Portrait Style Portraiture Positive Concepts Sadness Young Woman Youthful
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In this print, we are drawn into the intimate moment shared between two young girls. The artist, Louis Jean Francois Lagrenee, masterfully captures the essence of their relationship through his skilled use of red and black chalk. The focal point of the image is a teenage girl resting her head on the lap of another girl. Their closeness is palpable as they lean in towards each other, creating a sense of comfort and trust. The hand gently placed on the head conveys a tender gesture, suggesting a deep connection between them. As we delve deeper into the composition, we can't help but notice the melancholic expression on both girls' faces. There is an air of sadness that hangs over them, hinting at some form of heartbreak or distress. This juxtaposition adds complexity to their relationship and invites us to ponder what might be troubling them. The fine details in their attire and gestures further enhance our understanding of these characters. The artist's attention to clothing and posture reveals elements of eighteenth-century French fashion while also conveying subtle emotions such as concern and worry. Overall, Lagrenee's "A Young Girl Resting her Head on the Lap of Another Girl" is a poignant portrayal that explores themes such as friendship, youthfulness, and emotional vulnerability. It serves as a testament to the timeless power of art in capturing human experiences across centuries.
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