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Sports recommandes a la jeunesse. Le patinage. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1902 (colour litho)
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Sports recommandes a la jeunesse. Le patinage. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1902 (colour litho)
3100593 Sports recommandes a la jeunesse. Le patinage. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1902 (colour litho) by Avelot, Henri (1873-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sports recommandes a la jeunesse. Le patinage. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1902. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 1902.); © Look and Learn
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Comical Ice Skating Improvisation Le Pele Mele Pastimes Skaters Skating Entertaining
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This vibrant and comical lithograph captures the joy and humor of childhood pastimes. Titled "Sports recommandes a la jeunesse. Le patinage" this illustration was created by Henri Avelot in 1902 for the publication Le Pele-Mele. The scene depicts a group of children, both boys and girls, engaging in ice skating on a frozen pond. With exaggerated movements and expressions, they glide across the ice with an air of improvisation and playfulness. The artist's satirical touch is evident as he portrays their antics through caricature-like figures. A particularly amusing element of this artwork is the presence of a large glass mirror placed strategically on the ice surface. As one child skates towards it, seemingly unaware, we can anticipate a humorous outcome as they are about to collide with their own reflection. Through its clever satire and whimsical style, this illustration reminds us of the carefree nature of childhood and the importance of play in shaping young minds. It serves as a delightful snapshot into early 20th-century French culture while also highlighting universal themes such as friendship, imagination, and laughter. With its bold colors and lively composition, "Sports recommandes a la jeunesse" offers viewers an entertaining glimpse into an era when outdoor activities were cherished by children seeking adventure amidst winter's icy embrace.
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