Who painted Une Journée parlementaire?

Une Journée parlementaire was painted by Jean-Louis Forain in 1894.

Where can I see Une Journée parlementaire?

Une Journée parlementaire is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Une Journée parlementaire?

Une Journée parlementaire is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Une Journée parlementaire

Jean-Louis Forain , 1894

Une Journée parlementaire is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Jean-Louis Forain. It dates from 1894 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Une Journée parlementaire is a 1894 print by Jean-Louis Forain, a French artist known for his work in various mediums. The print is a photolithograph in black on wove paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a suited man examining his reflection in a mirror. Accompanying text lists roles like 'deputés' and 'journalists', suggesting a connection to a theatrical work about politicians. The title, meaning 'A Parliamentary Day', reinforces this interpretation.

Technique & Style

Forain used photolithography to create the print, a technique that allowed for the reproduction of his drawing. The image is characterized by simple lines and a plain background, with the mirror's reflection rendered as a flat shape.

Artist & collection

Artist

Jean-Louis Forain

Jean-Louis Forain (French pronunciation: ; 23 October 1852 – 11 July 1931) was a French Impressionist painter and printmaker, working in media including oils, watercolour, pastel, etching and lithograph.