Vrouw in een bos
1899
Medium
wood engraving
Dimensions
78; 152
About this artwork
Gift of L. Pissarro, London
Art Historical Context
### Vrouw in een BosNestled in the intimate scale of 152mm by 78mm, *Vrouw in een Bos* ("Woman in a Forest") is a 1899 wood engraving by Pissarro, the talented son of Impressionist pioneer Camille Pissarro. Created during a period when Lucien had settled in London, this print reflects his deep engagement with British artistic circles and the fin-de-siècle fascination with nature's quiet poetry. Donated by the artist himself (L. Pissarro, London), it offers a personal glimpse into his multifaceted career, bridging French Impressionism with English traditions. Wood engraving, the chosen medium,...
About the Artist
Lucien Pissarro · 1863–1944
Lucien Pissarro (1863–1944) stands as a unique bridge between French Impressionism and British modernism, successfully navigating multiple artistic movements and mediums throughout his seven-decade career. Born in Paris as the eldest son of the celebrated Impressionist painter Camille Pissarro, Lucien inherited not only his father's artistic talent but also his commitment to innovation and experim...