Artwork
L'ancien quartier de la Pêcherie à Lyon
L'ancien quartier de la Pêcherie à Lyon is an oil painting by the French Romanticist artist Jean-Michel Grobon. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon.
About this work
Overview
L'ancien quartier de la Pêcherie à Lyon is an oil painting created by Jean-Michel Grobon around 1850. It is part of the Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene scene of Lyon's old fishing district, showing a riverside street with a horse and carriage, people, and stone buildings. The tranquil atmosphere evokes a sense of local character.
Technique & Style
Grobon's work reflects the French Romanticism movement, emphasizing atmosphere and local detail. The use of oil paint allows for a nuanced capture of light and texture, as seen in the pale sky and cobblestone street.
History & Provenance
Grobon, associated with the Lyon School, was a painter and engraver known for landscapes and genre scenes. The painting is now held in the Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jean-Michel Grobon (19 December 1770, in Lyon – 2 September 1853, in Lyon) was a French painter and engraver; primarily of landscapes and genre scenes. He is considered to be a major representative of the Lyon School.
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