Reverence
1896
Carl Larsson captures a moment of elegant etiquette in this 1896 sketch, where a woman in a billowing yellow gown performs a graceful curtsy—fitting for a piece titled 'Révérence,' which is French for a deep bow. The loose, energetic lines and bold splashes of black ribbon against the sunny fabric suggest this might have been a quick costume study for a play or a playful illustration. While Larsson is best known for his cozy, sunlit Swedish home interiors that defined a national style, this theatrical fashion study offers a delightful glimpse into his versatile range and the flowing aesthetics of the era.
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