Carnaval
1842
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1842
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Carnaval is a 1842 by Paul Gavarni, a Romanticism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This sketch shows two men on a stage during a wild moment. One guy, dressed in a fancy costume with a tall hat and a cape, is waving his arms like he’s in the middle of a big performance. The other man, in plain clothes, stands nearby with his back to us, looking bored or confused. The title at the top says *Le Carnaval à Paris*, so this scene is clearly about a Parisian costume party or masquerade. The artist drew it in a loose, sketchy style that feels full of energy. If you like this, check out Romanticism to see more art that plays with drama and everyday life.
