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Histoire du Costume en France: Juges diseurs

Histoire du Costume en France:  Juges diseurs, by Paul Gavarni, 1843
Histoire du Costume en France:  Juges diseurs, by Paul Gavarni, 1843

Histoire du Costume en France: Juges diseurs 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

Histoire du Costume en France: Juges diseurs is a print by Paul Gavarni, created in 1843, and is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts two men in traditional French attire from the 1840s, showcasing different styles of dress. The level of detail in their clothing and accessories suggests a meticulous representation of historical costume.

Technique & Style

The image features intricate renderings of the men's clothing, including feathered hats, ruffled shirts, and ornate accessories, highlighting Gavarni's attention to detail.

Context

As part of Gavarni's Histoire du Costume en France series, this print contributes to a broader historical documentation of French costume, reflecting the artist's interest in capturing the nuances of historical dress.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Paul Gavarni

Artist

Paul Gavarni

Paul Gavarni was the pen name of Sulpice Guillaume Chevalier (13 January 1804 – 24 November 1866), a French illustrator, born in Paris.

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