Les Invalides, Paris (1896)
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Henry Ossawa Tanner's painting "Les Invalides, Paris" (1896) captures the serene elegance of one of Paris’s most iconic landmarks. This artwork, rendered in soothing, muted hues, conveys the quiet atmosphere of the famous site. The magnificent dome of Les Invalides is prominently featured, its intricate details masterfully depicted under a moody sky, suggesting a typical Parisian day where clouds flirt with the monumental architecture.In the foreground, Tanner brings daily Parisian life into focus. Figures, dressed in period garments, meander across the spacious esplanade, with a small dog accompanying one of the walkers, adding a lively note to the tranquil scene. Small bursts of red and blue on the figures’ attire provide a subtle yet striking contrast against the overall earthy tones of the piece.Tanner's brushwork expertly balances architectural precision with atmospheric impressionism, making "Les Invalides, Paris" not just a geographical portrayal but an emotional reverie of a moment caught in time.
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Henry Ossawa Tanner (June 21, 1859 – May 25, 1937) was an American artist who spent much of his career in France. He became the first African-American painter to gain international acclaim. Tanner moved to Paris, France, in 1891 to study at the Académie Julian and gained acclaim in French artistic circles. His painting Daniel in the Lions' Den (1895, location unknown) was accepted into the 1896 Salon, the official art exhibition of the Académie des Beaux-Arts in Paris. Tanner's Resurrection of Lazarus (1896, Musée d'Orsay, Paris) was purchased by the French government after winning the third-place medal at the 1897 Salon. In 1923, the French government elected Tanner chevalier of the Legion of Honor.