Heures Du Matin. Mme. Clemence Peyron c. 1830

Achille Devéria’s “Heures Du Matin. Mme. Clemence Peyron” is a delicate lithograph from c. 1830 that captures a moment of quiet contemplation. The image depicts Mme. Peyron, an artist, seated at a table in her studio, surrounded by the tools of her trade. Her focused expression, as she gazes down at a drawing, suggests a deep engagement with her artistic process. The soft, tonal values of the lithograph create a sense of intimacy and tranquility, drawing the viewer into the artist's world. This intimate depiction of a female artist engaged in her work is characteristic of the Romantic era, where individual expression and emotional depth were highly valued.