Framed Print : Leon Hennique
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Leon Hennique
LEON HENNIQUE French novelist and playwright in the naturalist manner. Date: 1851 - ?
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Media ID 14092768
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1851 Leon Manner Naturalist Novelist Playwright
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Bring timeless literature to life with our exquisitely crafted Framed Prints featuring the captivating image of Leon Hennique, the renowned French novelist and playwright known for his works in the naturalist manner. This beautiful print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a striking portrait of Hennique that is sure to add an air of sophistication and intellectual charm to any room. Our Framed Prints are meticulously produced using premium materials and techniques to ensure a museum-quality finish. With your purchase, you'll receive a ready-to-hang piece that is sure to become a cherished addition to your collection. Embrace the rich history of literature and art with our Framed Print of Leon Hennique.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.9cm x 24.4cm (7.4" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 32.5cm x 37.6cm (12.8" x 14.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the enigmatic and thoughtful gaze of Leon Hennique, a prominent French novelist and playwright of the Naturalist movement. Born in Paris in 1851, Hennique was a key figure in the literary scene of the late 19th century. His works, deeply rooted in the Naturalist tradition, explored the harsh realities of working-class life and the human condition. The Naturalist movement, which emerged in France in the 1880s, sought to portray the raw and unfiltered truths of society, often focusing on the struggles and suffering of the working class. Hennique's writing, along with that of other Naturalist authors such as Émile Zola and Guy de Maupassant, helped to bring attention to the plight of the marginalized and the forgotten. In this photograph, Hennique appears pensive and introspective, his furrowed brow and piercing gaze suggesting a deep engagement with the complexities of the human experience. The naturalistic setting of the image, with its simple wooden chair and muted tones, further emphasizes the connection between the writer and the natural world that was so central to the Naturalist movement. Despite his significant contributions to French literature, Hennique's life was marked by personal struggles and financial hardships. He died in relative obscurity in 1934, but his work continues to be celebrated by scholars and readers alike for its raw and unflinching portrayal of the human condition. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the complex and often difficult lives of the writers who shaped the literary landscape of the late 19th century.
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