Artwork
Souvenirs: Souvenir of Brittany
Souvenirs: Souvenir of Brittany is a print by the Romanticist artist Eugène Isabey. It dates from 1832 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Eugène Isabey's 'Souvenirs: Souvenir of Brittany' is a 1832 print capturing a vibrant harbor scene. The work is characteristic of Isabey's oeuvre, which often featured Brittany's rugged landscapes and local customs.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a bustling harbor with small boats docked in the foreground and old, worn buildings in the background. The scene conveys a sense of activity and everyday life, with people engaged in various tasks.
Technique & Style
Executed in a Romantic style, the print emphasizes the beauty of an ordinary scene. Isabey's use of lithography allowed him to capture the energy and detail of the harbor, from the steeply pitched roofs to the smoke puffing from chimneys.
History & Provenance
The print is now part of the Cleveland Museum of Art's collection. Created in 1832, it reflects Isabey's interest in Brittany's maritime and coastal scenes during the early 19th century.
Artist & collection
Artist
Eugène Louis Gabriel Isabey (French pronunciation: ; 22 July 1803 – 25 April 1886) was a French painter, lithographer and watercolorist in the Romantic style.
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