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Sketch for the town hall at Saint-Maur-des-Fossés : Honeymoon, 1883. Creator: Paul Milliet
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Sketch for the town hall at Saint-Maur-des-Fossés : Honeymoon, 1883. Creator: Paul Milliet
Sketch for the town hall at Saint-Maur-des-Fosses : Honeymoon, 1883
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Amorini Angelic Canvas Material Ceiling Cherubim Cherubs Couples Crescent Moon Flying Honeymoon Lunar Lustre Milliet Paul Moon Mural Nudes Paul Milliet Town Hall Wall Painting Interior Design Nakedness Paris Museums Petit Palais Putti
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This sketch by Paul Milliet, titled "Honeymoon" or "Sketch for the town hall at Saint-Maur-des-Fossés," dates back to the 19th century and embodies the essence of romance, allegory, and architectural grandeur. The painting, executed in oil on canvas, showcases a celestial scene unfolding indoors, with a couple embracing beneath a magnificent lunar mural adorning the town hall's ceiling. The cherubic figures, or amorini, scattered throughout the painting add an angelic touch to the scene, symbolizing love and the beginning of a new life together. The male and female figures, depicted in the nude, represent the raw, unadulterated passion and connection that comes with the honeymoon phase of marriage. The painting's color palette is rich and warm, with hues of gold and red dominating the scene, reflecting the glow of the crescent moon and the warmth of the couple's embrace. The intricate architectural details of the town hall's interior are also highlighted, with astronomy-inspired motifs and the solar system depicted on the walls. Milliet's masterful use of putti and putto adds a playful and whimsical touch to the painting, further emphasizing the concept of love and new beginnings. The painting's location in the Petit Palais in Paris is a testament to its historical significance and enduring beauty, making it a cherished piece of French heritage art and a must-see for anyone interested in interior decoration, interior design, or the history of painting.
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