La Parisienne (10) 1902

"La Parisienne (10)" is a 1902 etching by Jacques Villon, a leading figure of the Cubist movement. The print depicts a woman in a fashionable Parisian dress, seated in a red armchair, against a backdrop of a peacock design. Villon's work is characterized by its geometric forms, flattened perspectives, and simplified lines, which contribute to a sense of modernity and dynamism. This work exemplifies Villon's exploration of the female figure in the context of the emerging art movement, showcasing a distinct shift in aesthetic preferences from traditional realism to the avant-garde.