Encre L. Marquet. 1892.

ARTIST: EUGÈNE GRASSET (1841-1917) SIZE: 31 x 46 1/2 in./78.8 x 118 cm PRINTER: Malherbe, Paris DESCRIPTION: Visually translating the inner turmoil of writer’s block, Grasset swirls inky clouds across the night sky, wildly whipping through the lady’s fiery hair. Leaning on a harp, however—a classic symbol of thoughtfulness and contemplation—we know that soon her pages will be filled with profound thoughts, all thanks to L. Marquet ink. This is the larger format. (Art Nouveau; Literary)