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Sketch for the festival staircase at the Hotel de Ville in Paris: Dancing, c1888-1898. Creator: Luc Olivier Merson
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Sketch for the festival staircase at the Hotel de Ville in Paris: Dancing, c1888-1898. Creator: Luc Olivier Merson
Sketch for the festival staircase at the Hotel de Ville in Paris: Dancing, c1888-1898
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Amorini Angelic Cherubim Cherubs Festival Staircase Hotel De Ville Luc Olivier Merson Merson Luc Olivier Paint Parisian Staircase Stairs Stairway Tambourine Town Hall Interior Design Nakedness Paris Museums Petit Palais Putti
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This enchanting sketch by Luc Olivier Merson, titled 'Festival Staircase at the Hotel de Ville in Paris: Dancing, c1888-1898,' captures the playful and carefree spirit of childhood in the heart of Paris during the late 19th century. The painting depicts a staircase adorned with amorini, cherubs, and putti, each one engaged in various musical activities, playing tambourines, flutes, and other instruments. In the foreground, two young children, a boy and a girl, dance together in a joyful and uninhibited manner, their nakedness a testament to the artistic freedom of the Art Nouveau movement. The rich colors and intricate decorative details of the painting transport us back in time, inviting us to imagine the festive atmosphere of Parisian town halls during this era. This oil painting, now housed in the Petit Palais museum in Paris, is a beautiful example of Merson's mastery of the human form and his ability to capture the essence of joy and celebration. The historical significance of this artwork, as well as its artistic merit, make it an invaluable addition to any collection of 19th-century art, particularly those focused on the decorative arts and interior design.
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