Who painted Une Journée parlementaire?

Une Journée parlementaire was painted by Jean-Louis Forain in 1894.

Where can I see Une Journée parlementaire?

Une Journée parlementaire is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Une Journée parlementaire?

Une Journée parlementaire is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Une Journée parlementaire?

Museum-quality prints of Une Journée parlementaire are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Une Journée parlementaire

Jean-Louis Forain , 1894

Une Journée parlementaire is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Jean-Louis Forain. It dates from 1894 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:"forain" lower left sheet, in stone, artist's hand. "LE THÉATRE LIBRE 4me SPECTACLE / DE LA SAISON / 1893-1894 / Une Journée Parlementaire" upper right sheet, printed black ink. "De la part de M. MAURICE BARRES. / Paris. Imp. Eugène Verneau, 108, r. Folie-Méricourt." lower right sheet, printed black ink.
Markings: Marked:None.

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Overview

Une Journée parlementaire is a 1894 print by Jean-Louis Forain, a French artist known for his work in various mediums. The print is a photolithograph in black on wove paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a suited man examining his reflection in a mirror. Accompanying text lists roles like 'deputés' and 'journalists', suggesting a connection to a theatrical work about politicians. The title, meaning 'A Parliamentary Day', reinforces this interpretation.

Technique & Style

Forain used photolithography to create the print, a technique that allowed for the reproduction of his drawing. The image is characterized by simple lines and a plain background, with the mirror's reflection rendered as a flat shape.

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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.