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Henri Rivière — The Progress of the Stars: Les Bergers

Henri Rivière

The Progress of the Stars: Les Bergers

1890

Henri Rivière's "The Progress of the Stars: Les Bergers" is a suite of eighteen color lithographs bound together to illustrate the poetic and musical works of Georges Fragerolle. The series demonstrates Rivière's mastery of the lithographic medium, employing sophisticated color techniques and delicate compositions characteristic of the Art Nouveau period. This collaborative project between artist and composer represents the symbolist movement's interest in synthesizing visual art with literature and music.

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18 color lithographs in a Bound Volume illustrating the poetry and music of Georges Fragerolle

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Henri Rivière, The Progress of the Stars: Les Bergers, 1890

Henri Rivière's "The Progress of the Stars: Les Bergers" is a suite of eighteen color lithographs bound together to illustrate the poetic and musical works of Georges Fragerolle. The series demonstrates Rivière's mastery of the lithographic medium, employing sophisticated color techniques and delicate compositions characteristic of the Art Nouveau period. This collaborative project between artist and composer represents the symbolist movement's interest in synthesizing visual art with literature and music.

Medium
18 color lithographs in a Bound Volume illustrating the poetry and music of Georges Fragerolle
Year
1890
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Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, OH

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silhouette technique, Nature Symbolism, Pastoral Landscape, Lithography, 19th Century, Art Nouveau, Dreamlike Aesthetic, Decorative Arts, French Artist, Theatrical Design

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