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Ménages d'artistes; Le Maître, by George Auriol, ink, 1890

Ménages d'artistes; Le Maître

George Auriol

1890

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Ménages d'artistes; Le Maître is a 1890 ink by George Auriol, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
George Auriol
When & what style?
1890 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting depicts a vibrant floral arrangement, with large flowers in shades of yellow, peach, and white. The flowers are set against a soft green background, and the stems and leaves are rendered in dark green. The overall effect is one of lushness and vitality. In the top-left corner of the painting, the words "THEATRE LIBRE" are written in bold, black letters. This text adds a sense of context and meaning to the image, suggesting that the flowers may be associated with a theatrical or artistic theme. The use of bold colors and dynamic composition makes this painting a striking example of Impressionist art. To learn more about the artist's use of color and technique, explore the work of Auriol, George.

About the artist

Portrait of George Auriol
Artist

George Auriol

George Auriol, born Jean-Georges Huyot (26 April 1863) – February 1938, Paris), was a French poet, songwriter, graphic designer, type designer, and Art Nouveau artist.

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