The Letter 1878

tree

garden

impressionist painting style

possibly oil pastel

culture event photography

double exposure

green background

muted green

painting painterly

park

surrealist

lady

impressionist inspired

public art photography

"The Letter" (1878) by James Tissot is a captivating portrayal of a woman in a garden, delicately handling a letter amidst falling leaves. The scene evokes a sense of melancholy and contemplation, hinting at the emotional weight of the correspondence. Tissot, known for his mastery of depicting the social life of Victorian England, captures the refined elegance of the woman and the evocative beauty of the autumnal setting. The painting is currently housed at the National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa.