Les Propos de Thomas Vireloque: Misere et corde - first speech, then...

Paul Gavarni

Created:
Movement:
1852–53
Realism
key Notes:
Social Commentary, Satirical Illustration
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Dimensions:
Image: 20.1 × 16.2 cm (7 15/16 × 6 7/16 in.); Sheet: 30.6 × 25.9 cm (12 1/16 × 10 1/4 in.)
medium:
Lithograph in black on ivory wove paper
Difficulty:
Master
New game
story of the work:

"Les Propos de Thomas Vireloque: Misere et corde - first speech, then..." is a work by Paul Gavarni, a French artist known for his lithographs and illustrations that often depicted social commentary. This piece is part of a series that explores themes of human behavior and societal norms, reflecting Gavarni's interest in capturing the nuances of 19th-century French society.

Description of the work:

The lithograph "Les Propos de Thomas Vireloque: Misere et corde - first speech, then..." by Paul Gavarni depicts a scene characterized by its detailed rendering of figures engaged in conversation, with expressive facial features and gestures that convey a narrative moment. The use of black lithographic ink on ivory wove paper enhances the contrast and depth, highlighting the intricate line work and the subtle gradations of tone that define the composition.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Les Propos de Thomas Vireloque: Misere et corde - first speech, then...