Artwork
Histoire du Costume en France: Dames de Paris
Histoire du Costume en France: Dames de Paris 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: Dames de Paris is a print by Paul Gavarni, created in 1843. It is a black-and-white sketch depicting two women in historical attire.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows two women in long dresses with high necklines and wide sleeves, one with a draped cloth over her head and the other with a simpler hood. The title suggests the work is part of a series on French costume history, featuring Parisian women from a bygone era.
Technique & Style
The sketch is characterized by clean and precise lines, with an absence of shading to convey depth. The simplicity of the technique emphasizes the clarity of the depicted figures and their attire.
History & Provenance
The print is held at The Cleveland Museum of Art, indicating its preservation and display as part of a significant art collection.
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.
