Who painted Les Partageuses?

Les Partageuses was painted by Paul Gavarni in 1854.

Where can I see Les Partageuses?

Les Partageuses is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Les Partageuses?

Les Partageuses is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Les Partageuses

Paul Gavarni , 1854

Les Partageuses is a print by the Romanticist artist Paul Gavarni. It dates from 1854 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1926.280
Credit line: Gift of Mrs. Ralph King

About this work

Overview

Les Partageuses is a print by Paul Gavarni, created around 1854, and is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts an intimate scene of two people on a couch, with the woman resting her head on the man's shoulder, conveying a sense of relaxation and closeness. The title suggests a shared moment between them.

Technique & Style

Gavarni employed loose, sketchy lines to capture the movement and emotion of the scene, prioritizing expression over precise detail. The use of soft black lines and a simple background creates a subdued atmosphere.