Who painted Carmosine?

Carmosine was painted by Maurice Dumont in 1895.

Where can I see Carmosine?

Carmosine is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Carmosine?

Carmosine is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Carmosine?

Museum-quality prints of Carmosine are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Carmosine

Maurice Dumont , 1895

Carmosine is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Maurice Dumont. It dates from 1895 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:across top in plate in pink: Ministère du Commerce, de l'Industrie, des Postes et Télégraphes / Soirée du Juin 1895 / Carmosine / Comédie en trois Actes / d'ALFRED DE MUSSET / Par le Théâtre de "l'OEUVRE" / [cast list follows]; lower left in plate in yellow: Maurice Dumont 95 / Gravure estampée de Mavrice Dvmont éditée par "l'Epreuve", 3 bis, rue des Beaux-Arts.
Markings: Marked:BS: Ed Sagot Editeur, Paris

About this work

Overview

Carmosine is a 1895 print by Maurice Dumont, created as a poster for a theatrical performance.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts a woman in a flowing dress on a stage with a simple curtain, likely a character from the play Carmosine. The surrounding swirling patterns add a decorative element.

Technique & Style

The glyptograph technique is used to create a loose, sketchy drawing with thin lines and patterns. The artist achieved a distinctive effect by combining pink and yellow ink on simili-japon paper, which has a textured, aged appearance.

Context

The poster names a government ministry and a theater, indicating the play's official sponsorship and venue.