The Convalescent, Madame Lepère 1892

"The Convalescent, Madame Lepère" is a 1892 color woodcut by French artist Auguste-Louis Lepère (1849-1918) depicting his wife, Madame Lepère, reclining by the sea. The scene is rendered in a simplified, stylized manner, with the focus on the delicate contours of Madame Lepère's face and the suggestive, yet subtle, interplay of light and shadow. This print exemplifies Lepère's masterful use of color and line in his depictions of everyday life, showcasing the beauty found in simple moments and the connection between people and nature.