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A Versailles juillet 1919
A Versailles juillet 1919 is an ink drawing by Jean-Louis Forain. It dates from 1919 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:"forain" lower right margin, graphite, artist's hand. Not dated. "A Versailles juillet 1919" lower center margin, graphite, artist's hand. "A 2314" lower right margin, graphite, unknown hand.
- Markings
- Marked:"LRJ" verso, black stamped ink, (Lugt 1760b). "National Gallery of Art" verso, black stamped ink, (Lugt 1932d).
About this work
Overview
A Versailles juillet 1919 is a drawing created by Jean-Louis Forain around 1919. It is executed in brush and black ink and black crayon on wove paper.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing captures a scene at Versailles in July 1919, a time of significant historical events, reflecting Forain's interest in contemporary affairs.
Technique & Style
Forain's work showcases his versatility in using different media, as seen in this drawing that combines brush and black ink with black crayon.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Jean-Louis Forain (French pronunciation:; 23 October 1852 – 11 July 1931) was a French Impressionist painter and printmaker, working in media including oils, watercolour, pastel, etching and lithograph.
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