Who painted Seine Boat for "Le Pont-au-Change"?

Seine Boat for "Le Pont-au-Change" was painted by Charles Meryon in 1854.

Where can I see Seine Boat for "Le Pont-au-Change"?

Seine Boat for "Le Pont-au-Change" is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Seine Boat for "Le Pont-au-Change"?

Seine Boat for "Le Pont-au-Change" is associated with Impressionism.

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Museum-quality prints of Seine Boat for "Le Pont-au-Change" are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Seine Boat for "Le Pont-au-Change"

Charles Meryon , 1854

Seine Boat for "Le Pont-au-Change" is a graphite drawing by the Impressionist artist Charles Meryon. It dates from 1854 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:Not signed. Not dated. "(a)" upper left composition, brown ink, artist's hand. "Study by C, Meryon / ? for Pont au Change ??" verso, lower left sheet, graphite, unknown hand. "(from the Destailleur collection)" verso, lower left sheet, graphite, unknown hand.
Markings: Marked:"LRJ" verso, black stamped ink, (Lugt 1760b). "National Gallery of Art" verso, black stamped ink, (Lugt 1932d).

About this work

Overview

Seine Boat for 'Le Pont-au-Change' is a graphite drawing on laid paper, created by Charles Meryon around 1854. It captures a moment of Parisian life, focusing on a small boat on the Seine near the Pont-au-Change.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing is part of Meryon's series of Parisian cityscapes, highlighting his affinity for depicting the city's everyday scenes. The subject reflects his interest in the interplay between the Seine's activity and the urban landscape.

Technique & Style

Executed in graphite, the drawing showcases meticulous attention to detail, particularly in rendering the textures of wooden boat elements and stone structures. The use of chiaroscuro, evident in the contrast of light and dark, adds depth to the composition.

History & Provenance

Created during Meryon's active period as a leading 19th-century French etcher, despite his colour blindness which led him to favor monochromatic mediums like graphite. His broader oeuvre is characterized by Gothic influences and Parisian themes.

Context

Part of a broader artistic movement focusing on Parisian life in the 19th century, Meryon's work, including this drawing, contributes to the documentation and aesthetic portrayal of the city's transformation during this period.

A junk with a small boat alongside, George Chinnery

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Artist

Charles Meryon

Charles Meryon (sometimes Méryon, 23 November 1821 – 14 February 1868) was a French artist who worked almost entirely in etching, as he had colour blindness.