The Blue Plume (1914) by Marie Laurencin

The Blue Plume - Marie Laurencin - 1914

Artwork Information

TitleThe Blue Plume
ArtistMarie Laurencin
Date1914
Art MovementExpressionism

About The Blue Plume

“The Blue Plume,” an evocative portrait by Marie Laurencin, dates back to 1914. This artwork is an example of Expressionism, a movement characterized by its focus on representing emotional experiences over physical reality. The genre of the artwork is a portrait, where the subject is depicted in a manner that may evoke a sense of the inner emotional state rather than a literal representation.

The artwork features a figure with stylized facial features and a pale complexion, set against a neutral background. The figure is adorned with a blue hat that sports a distinctively vibrant blue plume, adding a touch of color to the otherwise muted palette. This blue accent is echoed in the shadows of the figure’s hair, which are rendered in the same hue. The subject’s eyes are large and gaze directly forward, while the lips are thinly sketched, and the cheeks hinted with soft color. Attire is suggested with washes of pink and a visible black choker featuring a small cross, adding a subtle narrative element to the portrait. Laurencin’s use of soft, flowing lines creates a sense of gentleness, capturing an introspective mood that reflects the expressionist intent of conveying emotion through art.

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