Deux femmes voilées 1870 - 1874

"Deux femmes voilées" is a charcoal drawing on paper created by Pierre Puvis de Chavannes between 1870 and 1874. The piece features two women, both veiled and draped in flowing garments, interacting within a gridded space. This preliminary sketch, with its emphasis on form and composition, showcases Puvis de Chavannes' characteristic style, known for its simplicity and focus on classical themes and imagery. The drawing's subject matter is suggestive of a narrative, perhaps a moment of quiet contemplation or a biblical scene, leaving the viewer to interpret its meaning.