Who painted St. Nazaire?

St. Nazaire was painted by Pierre Louis Gatier in 1918.

Where can I see St. Nazaire?

St. Nazaire is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

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Artwork

St. Nazaire

Pierre Louis Gatier , 1918

St. Nazaire is a print by Pierre Louis Gatier. It dates from 1918 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1925.978
Credit line: Gift of The Print Club of Cleveland

About this work

Overview

St. Nazaire is a 1918 woodcut print by Pierre Louis Gatier, part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art. The work depicts a bustling industrial scene characterized by a dense, chaotic crowd and prominent architectural elements.

Subject & Meaning

The print illustrates a dynamic, possibly port or factory, environment with a mix of people, machinery, and buildings marked with 'USA' signs. Figures are shown in various states of activity, emphasizing the space's industrious nature.

Technique & Style

Gatier employed woodcut techniques, evident in the print's blocky, carved lines and sharp black silhouettes set against a white background. The angular, jagged rendering of figures contributes to the overall sense of turmoil.

History & Provenance

Created in 1918, St. Nazaire is now held in the permanent collection of The Cleveland Museum of Art.