Artwork
The Algerian Palace at the Trocadero
The Algerian Palace at the Trocadero is a print by the Impressionist artist Maxime Lalanne. It dates from 1878 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
The text at the bottom says "Trocadero" and "Algerian Palace," hinting this is a fair or exhibition space.
This drawing shows a mix of buildings with strange, pointy roofs and domes. Some look like tents or pavilions, while others have fancy towers. Trees and bushes fill the scene, and people are scattered around, walking or standing. The whole thing sits by a body of water with wavy lines at the bottom.
The text at the bottom says "Trocadero" and "Algerian Palace," hinting this is a fair or exhibition space. The artist signed it "M. Lalanne" in 1878.
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Overview
The Algerian Palace at the Trocadero is a 1878 print by Maxime Lalanne, a French artist known for etchings and charcoal drawings.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts a fantastical architectural scene, blending exotic and European elements, set in a Parisian environment. The Trocadéro Palace, host of the 1878 Exposition Universelle, is the likely inspiration.
Technique & Style
The drawing features a mix of buildings with varied rooflines, including domes and towers, amidst lush vegetation and figures. The scene is set beside a body of water, rendered with wavy lines.
History & Provenance
The print is signed 'M. Lalanne' and dated 1878, corresponding to the year of the Exposition Universelle at the Trocadéro Palace.
Artist & collection
Artist
François Antoine Maxime Lalanne (November 27, 1827 – July 29, 1886) was a French artist known for his etchings and charcoal drawings (fusain).
