La Grande Capucine n.d.

"La Grande Capucine," an undated watercolor by French artist Lex de Renault (1898-1908), is a dramatic scene depicting a man and woman in a shadowy setting. The woman, dressed in a long gown, points with a lit taper towards the darkness, creating a sense of suspense and intrigue. The man, with his back to the viewer, is enveloped in a cloak, adding to the mystery of the piece. The use of grayscale emphasizes the darkness and creates a moody atmosphere. The work's small size, 258 × 216 mm, suggests an intimate and personal moment captured on paper, now housed in the Art Institute of Chicago.