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L’Attente – 19th Century French Lithograph of a Woman at the Fountain, ca.1840

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L’Attente – 19th Century French Lithograph of a Woman at the Fountain, circa 1840 This graceful 19th-century French lithograph titled L’Attente (translated: “The Waiting”) captures a young woman in a moment of calm expectation. Dressed in a softly flowing gown with a fitted bodice and puffed sleeves, she stands by a rural fountain, one hand gently lifting her skirt, the other resting on the stonework. A water jug is placed beneath the spout as a thin stream flows into it, suggesting that the act of drawing water has paused—symbolizing perhaps a more personal pause in her life as she awaits someone or something. The print was drawn and lithographed by Lemercier à Paris, one of the leading lithographic studios of the 19th century, known for their refined technique and widespread production of genre scenes, portraits, and allegorical works. The image reflects the Romantic and sentimental tendencies of the period, where rural life and female figures were idealized and used to convey quiet emotion and narrative suggestion. L’Attente is not a grand historical or religious scene, but a poetic moment of everyday life, delicately framed and thoughtfully rendered. The artist captures texture in both the drapery of the woman’s dress and the rustic stone of the fountain, while her tilted head and faraway gaze add psychological depth to an otherwise simple composition. This type of lithograph was popular in middle-class French homes, often collected for their beauty and emotional tone. Lithography, with its ability to produce nuanced shading and soft transitions, was the perfect medium for such reflective scenes. The mood is tender and serene, and the overall composition is both balanced and expressive. Condition report: The print is in very good condition. The image area is clean and sharply printed. Light foxing is visible in the margins, especially on the left side, but the central scene remains unaffected. The paper is full and untrimmed, with minimal signs of age or wear. Framing suggestions: This delicate print would benefit from a simple gold or walnut frame, paired with a soft ivory or pale grey mat to enhance the tones of the paper and the softness of the subject. UV-protective glass is recommended to preserve the image. L’Attente would be well suited for display in bedrooms, reading rooms, or part of a collection focused on Romantic and genre prints.

Dimensions:

Height: 20.95 in (53.2 cm)Width: 15.16 in (38.5 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)

Materials and Techniques:

Paper

Place of Origin:

France

Period:

Mid-19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1840

Condition:

The print is in good condition. The image area is clean and sharply printed. Light foxing is visible in the margins, especially on the left side, but the central scene remains unaffected. The paper is full and untrimmed, with minimal signs of age.

Seller Location:

Langweer, NL

Reference Number:

Seller: BG-14097-141stDibs: LU3054345470162

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