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Photographing La Joconde, Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
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Photographing La Joconde, Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2804816 Photographing La Joconde, Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Metivet, Lucien (1863-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: Photographing La Joconde. Illustration for Le Rire, 19 November 1898.); © Look and Learn
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This vibrant and amusing illustration captures the essence of a comical moment in art history. Titled "Photographing La Joconde" this colour lithograph by Lucien Metivet takes us back to 19th-century France, where caricatures and satirical drawings were all the rage. The scene unfolds within the hallowed halls of the Louvre Museum, where Leonardo da Vinci's iconic masterpiece, La Joconde (better known as Mona Lisa), resides. In a clever twist, Metivet portrays a painter-turned-photographer attempting to capture his own version of this enigmatic beauty through his camera lens. With exaggerated features and a long white beard that adds to his eccentricity, the artist is surrounded by an array of humorous characters. This lively cartoon showcases not only the artist's wit but also highlights French social customs and artistic practices during that era. Metivet's satirical approach offers viewers an entertaining glimpse into both art creation and cultural norms at the time. The inclusion of King Francis I observing from behind further emphasizes how significant this portrait was in French culture. Through its playful style and scathing satire, "Photographing La Joconde" reminds us that even revered works of art can be subject to parody. It serves as a testament to the enduring power of humor in challenging societal conventions while celebrating Europe's rich artistic heritage.
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