Sketch for the Tribute to Delacroix

Sketch for the Tribute to Delacroix is an 1863 painting by Henri Fantin-Latour. It's housed at the Musée national Eugène-Delacroix. The painting depicts a group of figures, dressed in dark clothing, gathered around a draped classical bust that sits atop a pedestal. The figures appear to be engaged in a somber or contemplative ritual. The background is dark and indistinct, suggesting an outdoor setting perhaps at night or in low light. The style is painterly, with visible brushstrokes and a somewhat hazy, atmospheric quality. The exact dimensions are not provided in the metadata.