Trianon 80, Bd Rochechouart Spectacle Bal Concert (1897)

Explore the vibrant era of late 19th-century Paris with Georges Meunier's captivating poster, "Trianon 80, Bd Rochechouart Spectacle Bal Concert," created in 1897. This exemplary piece showcases Meunier's skill in the art of Belle Époque poster design, which commonly celebrated the exuberance and allure of Parisian nightlife.The artwork acts as an advertisement for an event at the Trianon on Boulevard Rochechouart, famed during this time for its vibrant concerts and balls. Dominating the composition is an elegantly dressed woman in a yellow and red costume, her hair adorned with a white plume, playing the violin with a graceful poise. Her lively attire and cheerful demeanor evoke the festive atmosphere that the evening promises.Behind her, rendered in a cooler, contrasted tone, is a lively crowd scene that visually transports viewers to a bustling Parisian nightspot. The detailed silhouette of a cityscape and a flurry of small, sparkling lights suggest a distant view of the lively city.Flanking the scene is an ornate, swirling frame, a common decorative motif of the era, left deliberately blank perhaps to draw in the viewer’s focus or to leave space for additional text or imagery.