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Lueur precaire, une tete a l'infini suspendue(Precarious glimmering, a head suspended, 1891. Creator: Odilon Redon)
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Lueur precaire, une tete a l'infini suspendue(Precarious glimmering, a head suspended, 1891. Creator: Odilon Redon)
Lueur precaire, une tete a l'infini suspendue(Precarious glimmering, a head suspended, 1891
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Andre Mellerio Fantastical Imagination Lithographic Mellerio Andre Mystical Odilon Redon Redon Odilon Suspended Symbolist Lithotint Symbolism
Lueur precaire, une tete a l'infini suspendue,
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or "Precarious glimmering, a head suspended," is an enigmatic and mystical lithograph created by the renowned French artist Odilon Redon in 1891. This work of art is a testament to the symbolist movement that dominated the late 19th century, characterized by its focus on the inner workings of the human psyche and the exploration of the supernatural. The image depicts a solitary, elongated head, suspended in an ethereal, grey-toned void. The head, with its closed eyes and pursed lips, seems to be in a state of deep contemplation, as if on the brink of revelation. The precarious nature of the head's suspension adds to the sense of instability and uncertainty, as if it could be lifted off the page at any moment. Redon's use of black and white tones creates a stark contrast, emphasizing the delicate balance between light and darkness, reality and imagination. The head's profile is illuminated by a faint, glimmering light, adding an otherworldly quality to the scene. This lithograph, part of the rich artistic heritage of France, is a masterpiece of the 19th century. It has been exhibited in various galleries and art centers around the world, including the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C. The intricate details and symbolic meaning of "Lueur precaire, une tete a l'infini suspendue" continue to captivate and inspire viewers, inviting them to explore the depths of their own imagination and the mysteries of the human mind.
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