J J Granville Collection
"J J Granville: A Journey Through Art and Imagination" Step into the world of J J Granville, a talented artist whose works spanned various mediums and themes
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"J J Granville: A Journey Through Art and Imagination" Step into the world of J J Granville, a talented artist whose works spanned various mediums and themes. In his captivating piece "Metamorphoses of the Day, 1829, " he invites us to ponder the expedition that unfolds before our eyes. What do you think of this extraordinary journey? In another masterpiece titled "Nenuphar, from Les Fleurs Animees, 1847, " created by Charles-Michel Geoffroy under Granville's guidance, we witness a suit for separation. Gentlemen, observe two things as emotions intertwine in this intricate illustration. Granville's Mythological Gallery takes us back to ancient times with its breathtaking depiction of the Judgement of Paris in ca. 1829-31 by Pierre Langlumé. The beauty and complexity captured here leave us mesmerized. From masked balls to rainy days, Granville's art captures life's diverse moments. More than once while leaving a masked ball, Mr. De *** found himself unexpectedly halted by the patrol – an unexpected twist portrayed in one of Granville's intriguing illustrations. Les Fleurs Animees' title page from 1847 showcases Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard’s collaboration with Granville on this enchanting project. Delve into their imaginative world where flowers come alive with personality and grace. Granville's talent extended beyond illustrations; he also contributed to literary works such as Louis Reybaud’s Jerome Paturot in Paris around 1846 – a time when even finding an omnibus during rain was challenging. Join him on this humorous escapade through everyday miseries. However hard he tried to escape philological discussions or avoid ignominious arrests depicted in scenes from Animal’s Private and Public Life series - it seemed fate had other plans for our protagonist. Delighting audiences further is John Thompson’s portrayal of a clown from The Complete Works of Beranger, 1836.