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Jean-Louis Forain, C est la Paix. Tu vois pas un kepi!, French, 1852 - 1931, c
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Jean-Louis Forain, C est la Paix. Tu vois pas un kepi!, French, 1852 - 1931, c
Jean-Louis Forain, C est la Paix. Tu vois pas un kepi!, French, 1852-1931, c. 1919, brush and black ink over black crayon on (tracing paper?)
Liszt Collection of nineteenth-century engravings and images to browse and enjoy
Media ID 12891815
© Quint Lox Limited
1852 1919 1931 Crayon Forain Jean Louis Jean Louis Forain Paix Kepi
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photo print, titled "Jean-Louis Forain, C est la Paix. Tu vois pas un kepi!", we are transported to a moment in history captured by the talented French artist Jean-Louis Forain. Created around 1919, during a time of great turmoil and uncertainty following World War I, this artwork speaks volumes about the human desire for peace. Forain's masterful brushwork and use of black ink over black crayon on tracing paper create a striking contrast that draws us into the scene. The composition centers around a figure wearing a traditional military kepi hat, symbolizing authority and power. However, what makes this piece truly intriguing is its title - "C'est la Paix" or "It is Peace". This juxtaposition challenges our perception of peace as it questions whether true tranquility can be achieved when remnants of conflict still linger. The artist's skillful execution allows us to ponder these profound themes while appreciating the technical prowess behind each stroke. Quint Lox has expertly captured every detail in this print from Liszt Collection, ensuring that viewers can immerse themselves in Forain's thought-provoking work. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece by Jean-Louis Forain, let us reflect on our own understanding of peace and how it intertwines with the complexities of human existence.
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