Rêverie 1904 - 1905

"Rêverie" is a painting by Jean-Jacques Henner, created between 1904 and 1905, shortly before his death. The painting features a woman, draped in a vibrant blue fabric, lost in thought. The soft, muted color palette of the background, dominated by warm browns and reds, contrasts with the cool blue of the fabric, highlighting the woman's ethereal presence. The figure's delicate features and contemplative pose evoke a sense of introspection and melancholy. The painting exemplifies Henner's signature style, characterized by his mastery of depicting female beauty, often in idealized and romantic settings.