Study for "Au Bouquet de persil," (A Bouquet of Parsley)

1833

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Study for "Au Bouquet de persil," (A Bouquet of Parsley) is a 1833 by Jean-Jacques Grandville, a Romanticism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Jean-Jacques Grandville
When & what style?: 1833 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This sketch shows a busy street scene with two figures in the center. One person holds a large umbrella over a seated man who looks like he’s adjusting his hat or tie. Around them, small, cartoonish faces peek out from baskets, jugs, and vases on a table. The drawing is loose and sketchy, with quick lines and shading. The artist packed a lot of odd details into this small scene—like the faces hidden in everyday objects. It’s playful and a little strange, which fits the time period. Next, check out The Cleveland Museum of Art to see this sketch in person.