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First Exhibition of the Humorists, Palace of Style, by Jean-Louis Forain, ink, 1911

First Exhibition of the Humorists, Palace of Style

Jean-Louis Forain

1911

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

First Exhibition of the Humorists, Palace of Style is a 1911 ink by Jean-Louis Forain, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Jean-Louis Forain
When & what style?
1911
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This lithograph poster, titled "First Exhibition of the Humorists, Palace of Style," features a nude woman in motion. She is depicted in a dynamic pose, with her right arm extended and her left arm bent. The woman's body is rendered in red, while her face and hair are shown in black. Her right leg is lifted, and she appears to be moving swiftly. The background of the poster is a warm, beige color, which provides a subtle contrast to the bold lines and vibrant colors used to depict the woman. The overall effect is one of energy and movement, capturing the viewer's attention and drawing them into the scene. The artist, Jean-Louis Forain, was known for his bold and expressive use of color, and this poster is a great example of his style. For more information on Forain's work, check out the artist Forain, Jean-Louis.

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Artist

Jean-Louis Forain

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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