1900
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
Laboratoire is a 1900 by Hermann-Paul, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This sketch shows two people in a tight embrace. The man’s face is turned toward us, his mouth slightly open, while the woman’s back is to us, her arms raised as if caught mid-motion. The word *LABORATOIRE* is scrawled at the top, and the whole scene feels quick and sketchy, like it was drawn fast. The rough lines and loose shading give it a lively, unfinished look—almost like a snapshot. The word *laboratoire* hints this might be about science or work, not just a private moment. Next, check out The Cleveland Museum of Art to see more sketches like this.
René Georges Hermann-Paul (27 December 1864 – 23 June 1940) was a French artist. He was born in Paris and died in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer. He was a well-known illustrator whose work appeared in numerous newspapers and…
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