Who painted Affiches Illustées?

Affiches Illustées was painted by Paul Gavarni in 1845.

Where can I see Affiches Illustées?

Affiches Illustées is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Affiches Illustées?

Affiches Illustées is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Affiches Illustées

Paul Gavarni , 1845

Affiches Illustées is a print by the Romanticist artist Paul Gavarni. It dates from 1845 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1925.1065
Credit line: Dudley P. Allen Fund

About this work

Overview

Affiches Illustées is a print by Paul Gavarni, created around 1845, and is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a scene of three people seated at a table, engaged in conversation or waiting, set against a plain wall. The subjects are rendered in detail, with attention to their facial expressions and attire.

Technique & Style

The work is a black and white sketch, utilizing shading and texture to convey depth and focus attention on the subjects. The style is characteristic of the Romanticism movement, which emphasized everyday life and human experience.