Who painted Carnaval?

Carnaval was painted by Paul Gavarni in 1844.

Where can I see Carnaval?

Carnaval is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Carnaval?

Carnaval is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Carnaval

Paul Gavarni , 1844

Carnaval is a print by the Romanticist artist Paul Gavarni. It dates from 1844 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1925.1090
Credit line: Dudley P. Allen Fund

About this work

Overview

Carnaval is a black-and-white print by Paul Gavarni, created around 1844. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a man and woman indoors, gazing out a window together. The woman wears a long dress, while the man sports a top hat and dark coat. The title Une Conquête (A Conquest) suggests the scene may capture an intimate moment between the pair.

Technique & Style

Gavarni employed simple lines and shading to define the figures and their attire, conveying a sense of quietude and closeness.