Artwork
Bookstore Ed. Sagot
Bookstore Ed. Sagot is a print by the Impressionist artist Jules Chéret. It dates from 1891 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Bookstore Ed.
- Accession no.
- 1976.1072
About this work
Overview
Bookstore Ed. Sagot is a 1891 print by Jules Chéret, held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print centers on a woman in a striped dress and yellow hat adorned with a red flower, holding a basket of flowers. Her detailed attire contrasts with the softer, blended background hues of blue, green, and pink.
Technique & Style
Chéret's work exemplifies Impressionist tendencies, capturing a sense of movement and energy through its emphasis on light and color.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jules Chéret was a French painter and lithographer who became a master of Belle Époque poster art. He has been called the father of the modern poster.
