Les Trois Femmes assises

This lithograph by Hans Erni, titled "The Three Graces", illustrates an elegant and harmonious composition of three nude female figures seated in an intimate and contemplative posture. The bodies are represented with a delicate touch, highlighting sensual forms and serene expressions. The color palette, dominated by soft grays with touches of yellow and violet, creates a soothing and poetic atmosphere. Light plays a crucial role in this work, accentuating the volumes of the bodies and giving the figures an almost sculptural dimension. The fluid lines and carefully drawn contours testify to a decorative style where aesthetics take precedence over realism. This work fits into an artistic tradition that celebrates beauty and harmony while offering a personal and modern interpretation of female representation. About the artist — Hans Erni (Lucerne, 1909–2015) was a Swiss painter, graphic artist and sculptor. He attended the Lucerne School of Applied Arts in 1927–1928 and subsequently studied at the Académie Julian in Paris and the Vereinigte Staatsschulen in Berlin. His work addresses the human figure, mythology, science and humanist themes. Founded in Lucerne in 1979, the Hans Erni Museum preserves and exhibits a substantial body of his work. His lithographs regularly appear at Swiss auctions, including Dobiaschofsky, Genève Enchères, Dogny and Schuler.