Artwork
La galerie Notre-Dame, Paris (The Gallery of Notre Dame, Paris)
La galerie Notre-Dame, Paris (The Gallery of Notre Dame, Paris) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Charles Meryon. It dates from 1853 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
La galerie Notre-Dame, Paris is an etching on laid paper created by Charles Meryon in 1853. It is a representative work of Meryon's oeuvre, showcasing his skill in capturing the essence of Paris.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a Gothic-style gallery with slender columns and ornate carvings, set against a backdrop of a cityscape with a river. The scene conveys a sense of grandeur and beauty, reflecting Meryon's distinctive interpretation of Paris.
Technique & Style
Meryon employed etching to create the work, a medium he favoured due to his colour blindness. The technique allowed him to achieve a high level of detail, evident in the intricate carvings and the urban landscape.
History & Provenance
La galerie Notre-Dame, Paris is part of a series of views of Paris by Meryon, who is considered a significant figure in 19th-century French etching.
Artist & collection
Artist
Charles Meryon (sometimes Méryon, 23 November 1821 – 14 February 1868) was a French artist who worked almost entirely in etching, as he had colour blindness.
La galerie Notre-Dame, Paris (The Gallery of Notre Dame, Paris)
La galerie Notre-Dame, Paris (The Gallery of Notre Dame, Paris)
La galerie Notre-Dame, Paris (The Gallery of Notre Dame, Paris)
La Galerie Notre Dame
Etchings of Paris: The Gallery of Notre Dame
The Etchings of Paris: The Gallery of Notre Dame