Artwork
The Brandied Peach
The Brandied Peach is a print by the Romanticist artist Paul Gavarni. It dates from 1804 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1922.262
- Credit line
- Gift of The Print Club of Cleveland
About this work
Overview
The Brandied Peach is a print by Paul Gavarni, held at The Cleveland Museum of Art. It depicts a seated woman in antique attire.
Subject & Meaning
The scene shows a woman outdoors, smiling as she holds a glass, with a basket on the ground behind her. The title suggests she may be savoring a fruit-infused beverage.
Technique & Style
The drawing's style is consistent with mid-19th-century art, featuring a casual, observational tone.
Context
This work relates to the Romanticism movement, which often used everyday scenes to convey narrative and emotional depth.
Artist & collection
Artist
Paul Gavarni was the pen name of Sulpice Guillaume Chevalier, a French illustrator, born in Paris.
