Stervende jonge vrouw met een lelie 1877 - 1909

"Stervende jonge vrouw met een lelie" is a poignant etching created between 1877 and 1909 by the Dutch artist Louise Danse. The artwork depicts a young woman lying in repose, her gaze directed upwards. Her delicate form is rendered with sensitive lines, conveying a sense of fragility and introspection. The presence of a lily, a symbol of purity and death, reinforces the melancholic atmosphere of the composition. Danse's sensitive portrayal of the dying woman, emphasizing her vulnerability and spiritual transcendence, evokes a sense of both sorrow and beauty, resonating with viewers across generations. This etching, now housed at the Rijksmuseum, stands as a testament to Danse's mastery of the medium and her ability to capture the essence of human mortality.