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Paul Gavarni — Street Sweeper

Paul Gavarni

Street Sweeper

1857

"Street Sweeper" is a lithograph by Paul Gavarni, the 19th century French artist renowned for his satirical social commentary and character studies. The work exemplifies Gavarni's keen observation of Parisian working class life, capturing a humble street sweeper with the psychological depth and gentle humor characteristic of his printmaking practice. Created during a period when lithography was experiencing significant popularity in France, this print demonstrates Gavarni's masterful command of the medium's tonal qualities and his ability to dignify ordinary urban subjects.

Medium
lithograph

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Paul Gavarni, Street Sweeper, 1857

"Street Sweeper" is a lithograph by Paul Gavarni, the 19th century French artist renowned for his satirical social commentary and character studies. The work exemplifies Gavarni's keen observation of Parisian working class life, capturing a humble street sweeper with the psychological depth and gentle humor characteristic of his printmaking practice. Created during a period when lithography was experiencing significant popularity in France, this print demonstrates Gavarni's masterful command of the medium's tonal qualities and his ability to dignify ordinary urban subjects.

Medium
lithograph
Year
1857
Seen at
Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, OH

Related themes

Street Life, Lithography, 19th Century, Satirical Illustration, French Artist, Melancholic, Social Commentary, Working Class, Realism, Urban labor

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