Reverie: Young Woman Sitting by the Sea c. 1890

"Reverie: Young Woman Sitting by the Sea" is a charcoal drawing by French artist Alexandre Lunois, created around 1890. The artwork depicts a young woman in a contemplative pose, seated on a bench overlooking a seascape. The soft, hazy atmosphere, with a setting sun illuminating the scene, creates a dreamy and melancholic ambiance, suggesting a moment of quiet contemplation. Lunois's masterful use of charcoal evokes a sense of depth and realism, emphasizing the delicate contours of the woman's form against the backdrop of the distant shoreline. This drawing is a striking example of Lunois's talent for capturing intimate moments of solitude and introspection.