Damblans Collection

Le semeur de fausses nouvelles. (The sower of false news). Le petit journal, 1915. Private Collection

French sailors watching a bull fight, Xeres, Spain, 1899. Artist: Eugene Damblans
French sailors watching a bull fight, Xeres, Spain, 1899. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 9th July 1899

The new municipal council of Paris, 1900. Artist: Eugene Damblans
The new municipal council of Paris, 1900. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 17th June 1900

The visit of the king of Sweden to Paris, 1900. Artist: Eugene Damblans
The visit of the king of Sweden to Paris, 1900. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 24th June 1900

Russian cavalry heading into Mandchourie, China, 1900. Artist: Eugene Damblans
Russian cavalry heading into Mandchourie, China, 1900. Boxer Rebellion was a Chinese rebellion from November 1899 to September 7, 1901, against foreign influence in areas such as trade, politics

French troops embarking for China, 1900. Artist: Eugene Damblans
French troops embarking for China, 1900. Boxer Rebellion was a Chinese rebellion from November 1899 to September 7, 1901, against foreign influence in areas such as trade, politics

The legation deliver, Boxer Rebellion, China, 1900. Artist: Eugene Damblans
The legation deliver, Boxer Rebellion, China, 1900. Boxer Rebellion was a Chinese rebellion from November 1899 to September 7, 1901, against foreign influence in areas such as trade, politics

Vaccinations of the old soldiers, Paris, 1900. Artist: Eugene Damblans
Vaccinations of the old soldiers, Paris, 1900. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 30th December 1900

Incident at the Grand-Prix, Pavillion d Armenonville, France, 1899. Artist: Eugene Damblans
Incident at the Grand-Prix, Pavillion d Armenonville, France, 1899. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 25th June 1899

Now, with work!!!, 1899. Artist: Eugene Damblans
Now, with work!!!, 1899. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 24th September 1899

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Eugene Damblans, a renowned artist of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, captured various significant events in his captivating artworks. From depicting French sailors engrossed in a bullfight in Xeres, Spain to illustrating the new municipal council of Paris, Damblans showcased his artistic prowess through diverse subjects. One notable piece by Damblans titled "Le semeur de fausses nouvelles" or "The sower of false news" depicted an intriguing scene from Le petit journal in 1915. This artwork delved into the concept of misinformation and its impact on society during that time. In another masterpiece, Damblans portrayed the visit of the king of Sweden to Paris in 1900. Through his brushstrokes, he brought to life this momentous occasion where two cultures converged. It also shed light on historical events such as Russian cavalry heading into Mandchourie, China during 1900 and the subsequent massacre at the church of Moukden. These illustrations served as visual records documenting these tumultuous times. Furthermore, Damblans highlighted France's involvement in global affairs with artworks showcasing French troops embarking for China amidst Boxer Rebellion and their heroic efforts during The legation deliver. Apart from historical events, it also captured everyday scenes like vaccinations being administered to old soldiers in Paris or a hurricane wreaking havoc on boulevards - both reflecting societal issues prevalent at that time. His artistry extended beyond serious subjects as he also painted incidents filled with humor and joy. One such example was an incident at Pavillion d Armenonville during Grand-Prix where laughter echoed through unexpected circumstances. Lastly, one cannot overlook Damblan's dedication towards work as seen in his painting titled "Now with work. . " which encapsulated the essence of perseverance and determination required for success.