Who painted Cover Design?

Cover Design was painted by Pierre Roche in 1888.

Where can I see Cover Design?

Cover Design is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Cover Design?

Cover Design is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Cover Design?

Museum-quality prints of Cover Design are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Cover Design

Pierre Roche , 1888

Cover Design is a print by the Impressionist artist Pierre Roche. It dates from 1888 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Cover Design is a 1888 gypsograph print by Pierre Roche, a French artist with a diverse background in sculpture, painting, ceramics, and medal design.

Subject & Meaning

The work is a representation of Roche's experimental approach to art during the late 19th century, showcasing his multidisciplinary practice.

Technique & Style

Created using a gypsograph, a technique that highlights Roche's innovative spirit. The gypsograph medium allowed him to explore new ways of creating prints.

History & Provenance

Roche, born Pierre Henry Ferdinand Massignon, trained in painting at the Académie Julian and later exhibited at the Paris Salon from 1884 to 1889, a period during which he began to explore sculpture under Jules Dalou's guidance.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Pierre Roche

Pierre Roche (Paris, 2 August 1855 – Paris, 18 January 1922), pseudonym of Pierre Henry Ferdinand Massignon, was a French sculptor, painter, ceramist and medallist.