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View of the Pavillon de Bellechasse on rue Saint-Dominique in Paris

View of the Pavillon de Bellechasse on rue Saint-Dominique in Paris, by Étienne Bouhot, oil, 1823
View of the Pavillon de Bellechasse on rue Saint-Dominique in Paris, by Étienne Bouhot, oil, 1823

View of the Pavillon de Bellechasse on rue Saint-Dominique in Paris is an oil painting by Étienne Bouhot. It dates from 1823 and is held in the collection of the Nationalmuseum.

About this work

Overview

View of the Pavillon de Bellechasse on rue Saint-Dominique in Paris is an 1823 oil-on-canvas painting by French artist Étienne Bouhot, depicting a specific Parisian cityscape.

Subject & Meaning

The painting captures a serene daily scene in 19th-century Paris, focusing on the Pavillon de Chartres (possibly a misattribution, as the title suggests Pavillon de Bellechasse) on rue Saint-Dominique. The composition highlights architectural detail alongside everyday urban life, conveying a sense of quiet, uneventful activity.

Technique & Style

Bouhot executed the work with meticulous attention to architectural detail, characteristic of his precise rendering style. The inclusion of figures, trees, and a nuanced sky suggests a balanced approach to capturing both built and natural environments.

History & Provenance

Created in 1823 by Étienne Bouhot, who also held the position of director at the École de Dessin in Semur-en-Auxois, the painting is now part of the Nationalmuseum's collection.

Context

As a cityscape from the early 19th century, the painting provides a visual record of Paris' architectural landscape during that period. It reflects the artist's interest in documenting urban scenes with accuracy and serenity.

Legacy

While specific impact or widespread recognition of this piece is not highlighted in available information, it contributes to the broader body of 19th-century French cityscape painting and the artist's overall oeuvre.

Artist & collection

Artist

Étienne Bouhot

Étienne Bouhot (8 August 1780 – 17 July 1862) was a French painter and art teacher. Bouhot was born in Bard-lès-Époisses. He was the director of the École de Dessin (School of Drawing) in Semur-en-Auxois. He died in Semur-en-Auxois.

Nationalmuseum

Museum

Nationalmuseum

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