After the Ball
- ArtistRamon Casas i Carbó
- Year1899
- MediumOil on Canvas
- StyleModernisme
- Dimensions66 × 48 in
- LocationPrivate Collection
- Depicts a young woman reclining on a sofa, her elegant black gown and languid pose evoking a moment of exhaustion and reflection after a social event.
- Represents themes of decadence and introspection, capturing the cultural ennui and shifting societal norms of the late 19th century.
- Blends realism and impressionistic influences, with detailed rendering of the figure and fluid brushwork that softens the scene's overall atmosphere.
- Features subtle symbolic elements, such as the woman’s contemplative gaze and the stark contrast between her dark attire and the vibrant green sofa, reflecting inner tension.
- Showcases Ramon Casas’ mastery of modernisme, combining technical precision with emotional depth to explore the complexities of contemporary life.
- Embodies the spirit of the fin de siècle, reflecting the transitional moment between tradition and modernity in Catalan culture.