Denis, MauriceFrench, 1870–1943Tendresse (Madeleine)
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Not on view at present
Where is “Tendresse (Madeleine)” now? Collection: National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C. Not on view at present. Checked September 29, 2026.
Washington, D.C., United States
It belongs to the collection, but is not on display at present.
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- In this state since
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- The museum
Details
- Accession number
- 2006.155.42
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- National Gallery of Art
- Image: National Gallery of Art — © the artist or rights holder
In the life of Denis, Maurice
The whole life1891
The "Impressionists and Symbolists" exhibition
He took part in the exhibition "Impressionists and Symbolists" at the Le Barc de Boutteville gallery.
March 1891
Named the leading example of "Symbolism in painting"
A critic writing in the Mercure de France named Denis the leading example of "Symbolism in painting"; his works attracted the attention of critics and patrons, among them Arthur Huc.
12 June 1893
Marriage to Marthe Meurier
He married Marthe Meurier, the future mother of his seven children; the newlyweds went on a honeymoon to Brittany, where Denis painted many pictures.
12 July 1893
Married: Marthe Meurier
1895
First journey to Italy
He made the first of his many journeys, traveling to Italy, to which he often returned in later years.
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