Odilon Redon, Smiling Spider

Odilon Redon (French, 1840-1916)

Graphite and colored pencil drawing on paper depicting a whimsical spider-like creature with a humanized smiling face suspended within a sparse dreamlike setting. The composition combines delicate linework with subtle yellow tonal accents characteristic of Symbolist-inspired imagery.

Odilon Redon was a French Symbolist artist renowned for his imaginative visions, enigmatic creatures, and psychological imagery. His works often explored dreams, fantasy, and the subconscious through highly original graphic compositions.

MEDIUM
Graphite and colored pencil on paper.

Description:

The drawing features a fuzzy spider-like figure with expressive facial features and elongated legs emerging from a softly rendered environment. Fine stippling, tonal shading, and restrained color create an atmosphere of mystery and quiet surrealism.

DIMENSIONS
Unframed: 14 1/8 x 11 in.
Framed: 20 x 16 7/8 in.

PROVENANCE
Private collection.

Condition

Good condition consistent with age