Who painted Le Grand Prix de vertu?

Le Grand Prix de vertu was painted by Aubert in 1834.

Where can I see Le Grand Prix de vertu?

Le Grand Prix de vertu is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Le Grand Prix de vertu?

Le Grand Prix de vertu is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Le Grand Prix de vertu

Aubert , 1834

Le Grand Prix de vertu is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Aubert. It dates from 1834 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Le Grand Prix de vertu is a lithograph created by Aubert around 1834. The print depicts a scene of people gathered in a crowded room.

Subject & Meaning

The title, translating to 'the grand prize for virtue,' suggests an award for moral excellence. However, the image appears satirical, with a man distributing medals to women in elaborate attire, implying a commentary on the societal values of the time.

Technique & Style

The work is a lithograph, a printmaking technique that allows for mass production of detailed images. The drawing style is characterized by its depiction of a busy scene with numerous figures in fashionable clothing.