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The Troubadour, 1868-1873. Creator: Honore Daumier (French, 1808-1879)
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The Troubadour, 1868-1873. Creator: Honore Daumier (French, 1808-1879)
The Troubadour, 1868-1873. The troubadour, a medieval traveling poet and entertainer, was a popular subject in 19th-century French art. Associated with chivalry and courtly love, the theme reflects a broader, romantic fascination with Frances medieval past. Although Daumier was particularly inspired by the troubadour paintings of French Rococo artist Jean-Antoine Watteau of the 1700s, he rendered the subject here in a powerful style of simplified, muscular form that appealed to modern artists of his own time
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1808 1879 Honore Daumier Honoré Daumier French Honoredaumier Honoredaumier French Oil On Fabric
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The Troubadour, 1868-1873: A Glimpse into France's Romantic Past". This print showcases Honore Daumier's masterpiece, "The Troubadour" created between 1868 and 1873. Daumier, a renowned French artist of the 19th century, drew inspiration from the medieval traveling poets and entertainers known as troubadours. These figures held great significance in French art during this era due to their association with chivalry and courtly love. Daumier's rendition of the troubadour theme deviates from traditional portrayals by infusing it with a powerful style characterized by simplified yet muscular forms. This departure from convention appealed to modern artists of his time seeking new artistic expressions. Interestingly, Daumier found inspiration for his work in the troubadour paintings crafted by Jean-Antoine Watteau during the Rococo period of the 1700s. By reimagining this subject matter through his unique lens, Daumier pays homage to France's rich medieval heritage while also embracing contemporary artistic sensibilities. Displayed at The Cleveland Museum of Art, this oil on fabric painting serves as a testament to Daumier's mastery and enduring legacy within French art history. Through Heritage Art/Heritage Images' expertly captured photo print, viewers can now appreciate both the historical significance and artistic brilliance encapsulated within "The Troubadour.
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