Gil Blas Illustré, Une Curiosité, par Alexandre Hepp (1897)

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We are delighted to present "Une Curiosité," a compelling illustration by Théophile Alexandre Steinlen, featured in "Gil Blas Illustré" from 1897. This evocative artwork captures a moment steeped in intrigue and emotion, masterfully rendered with Steinlen's characteristic flair.The painting depicts a close encounter between a man and a woman, possibly in the confines of a train compartment. The man, clad in elegant evening attire with a top hat, is seen whispering into the ear of a younger woman dressed in a vibrant red outfit with a large, stylish hat that signifies the fashion of the time. Her expression, a mix of surprise and attentiveness, suggests a conversation that is both intimate and compelling.On the right, partially obscured by the doorway, a curious elderly man peeks into the scene. The use of light and shadow, and the contrast between the onlooker's hidden curiosity and the couple's engrossed interaction, enrich the narrative, inviting viewers to ponder the dynamics at play.Steinlen's work often explored social and intimate human interactions, and "Une Curiosité" is a fascinating example of his insight into human behaviors and emotions.

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Théophile Alexandre Steinlen, was a Swiss-born French Art Nouveau painter and printmaker.

Born in Lausanne, Steinlen studied at the University of Lausanne before taking a job as a designer trainee at a textile mill in Mulhouse in eastern France. In his early twenties he was still developing his skills as a painter when he and his wife Emilie were encouraged by the painter François Bocion to move to the artistic community in the Montmartre Quarter of Paris. Once there, Steinlen was befriended by the painter Adolphe Willette who introduced him to the artistic crowd at Le Chat Noir that led to his commissions to do poster art for the cabaret owner/entertainer, Aristide Bruant and other commercial enterprises.