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Non! pas de négresse, je suis pacifiste je voudrais une dame boche

Non! pas de négresse, je suis pacifiste je voudrais une dame boche is a print by Hermann-Paul. It dates from 1924 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Non!
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Overview
Non! pas de négresse, je suis pacifiste je voudrais une dame boche is a black-and-white print created by Hermann Paul around 1924. It is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts two figures in a room, surrounded by geometric shapes. The title suggests a protest against stereotypes, indicating the work's themes of social commentary and anti-racism.
Technique & Style
The artist employed bold lines and stark contrasts to create the image, eschewing shading and color for a graphic, angular effect. This approach emphasizes the work's graphic quality over nuanced representation.
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Artist
René Georges Hermann-Paul (27 December 1864 – 23 June 1940) was a French artist. He was born in Paris and died in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer. He was a well-known illustrator whose work appeared in numerous newspapers and…














