Inglorious Artists
  1. Historical drawing depicting a character in Commedia dell'Arte style, holding an umbrella, surrounded by scattered albums and books, with an inscription reading "1824" at the top. The phrase "C'est la fin du monde!" is featured prominently. The setting appears allegorical, possibly suggesting themes of restoration or commentary on publishers.
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C'est la fin du monde!

Creator

Artist: Nicolas-Toussaint Charlet
Printer: Villain
Publisher: Gihaut frères

Abstract

This is a digital photograph of an original print held by the Bibliothèque nationale de France. The original is a lithograph. Printed by Villain. Published by Gihaut frères.

Description

No description available

Subjects

Art -- Economic aspects -- France -- History -- 19th century
Caricatures and cartoons -- France -- History -- 19th century

Tags

Albums, Allegory, Commedia dell'Arte, Publishers, Restoration, Rural Areas, Umbrellas

Rights

No Copyright - United States

Access Rights

For any commercial use of this image, please contact the Bibliothèque nationale de France.

Location

Paris, France

Extent

25cm by 34.5cm

Note

Call number (cote): Ad- 75 (1-7)- Pet Fol