Artwork
Histoire du Costume en France: Tourmenteur
Histoire du Costume en France: Tourmenteur is a print by the Romanticist artist Paul Gavarni. It dates from 1843 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Paul Gavarni's 'Histoire du Costume en France: Tourmenteur' is a print from 1843, currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a man in historical armor, identified as a 'Tourmenteur' or tormentor, likely a jailer or soldier responsible for punishing prisoners. The armor's style suggests an earlier era, adding to the figure's historical significance.
Technique & Style
The drawing focuses on the man's armor, with detailed plates covering his chest and legs, and a pole with a bundle of sticks. The plain background emphasizes the figure's attire, highlighting Gavarni's attention to historical costume.
Context
This work relates to the artistic movement of Romanticism, which often drew on historical themes and dramatic subjects.
Artist & collection
Artist
Paul Gavarni was the pen name of Sulpice Guillaume Chevalier (13 January 1804 – 24 November 1866), a French illustrator, born in Paris.
