Artwork
Par-ci, par-lá: My Daughter has sung
Par-ci, par-lá: My Daughter has sung is a print by the Impressionist artist Paul Gavarni. It dates from 1855 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Par-ci, par-lá: My Daughter has sung is an 1855 print by French artist Paul Gavarni, housed at The Cleveland Museum of Art. The work depicts two women walking together, characterized by loose, sketchy lines primarily in black and white, with subtle background suggestions.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows two similarly attired women (in long coats, bonnets, and shawls, with one carrying a bag) walking side by side. Their engagement—whether in conversation or contemplation—is left to interpretation, with the title hinting at a narrative or lyrical context.
Technique & Style
Executed in a quick, unfinished manner, the drawing emphasizes spontaneity, capturing a fleeting moment of everyday life. The predominantly black and white palette with faint background lines enhances the sketch's immediate, observational feel.
History & Provenance
Created in 1855 by Paul Gavarni, the print is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection. Specific details about its creation context or ownership history before acquisition are not provided.
Context
This work aligns with the broader Realist movement, which focused on depicting ordinary, contemporary life in a straightforward manner. Gavarni's approach here reflects this emphasis on everyday moments and figures.
Legacy
While specific legacy details are not provided, the work's presence in a prominent museum collection suggests its value as a representative of 19th-century Realist printmaking and Gavarni's contribution to the genre.
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.
