Who painted Il a le cauchemar...?

Il a le cauchemar... was painted by Édouard de Beaumont in 1821.

Where can I see Il a le cauchemar...?

Il a le cauchemar... is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Il a le cauchemar...?

Il a le cauchemar... is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Il a le cauchemar...

Édouard de Beaumont , 1821

Il a le cauchemar... is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Édouard de Beaumont. It dates from 1821 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Il a le cauchemar.

About this work

Overview

Il a le cauchemar... is a lithograph on wove paper created by French artist Édouard de Beaumont in 1821. Beaumont, active in the early to mid-19th century, worked across various mediums including painting, watercolour, and illustration, contributing to the visual landscape of his era.

Subject & Meaning

The lithograph depicts a serene woman in repose, reclining on a couch with eyes closed, suggesting sleep or daydreaming. Her calm expression and relaxed posture evoke a sense of tranquility. The dimly lit room, with a clock and a chair, adds depth and a timeless ambiance.

Technique & Style

Executed in lithograph, the piece reflects the medium's growing popularity in the early 19th century for image reproduction. The use of soft colors and gentle lines in the composition creates a dreamy, inviting atmosphere, characteristic of the Romantic movement's emphasis on emotion and introspection.

History & Provenance

Created in 1821, the work is part of Beaumont's broader oeuvre that included religious, genre, and landscape themes. Specific provenance details are not provided.

Context

Il a leuchemar... was produced during the rise of lithography, a technique that democratized image production. The work's themes and style align with the broader artistic trends of Romanticism prevalent at the time.

Legacy

As a piece by Beaumont, it contributes to the understanding of early 19th-century French art practices and the adoption of lithography. Its direct influence or notable impact on subsequent art movements is not specified.

Artist & collection

Artist

Édouard de Beaumont

Charles-Édouard de Beaumont (1812/1821, in Lannion – 12 January 1888, in Paris), better known as Édouard de Beaumont, was a French painter, watercolourist, draughtsman, illustrator and lithographer.