The Movement of the Lips 1968

"The Movement of the Lips" (1968), by French artist Jacques Hérold, is a captivating painting that showcases the artist's distinctive style. The work features an abstract depiction of a reclining figure, with the body rendered in soft, undulating forms of pink and green. The figure's hair is rendered in a cascade of gold, seemingly dissolving into the background. The artist's use of color and form create a sense of both sensuality and mystery. This painting exemplifies Hérold's signature style, characterized by vibrant colors and swirling forms, often referencing the human figure in an abstract and evocative way.