1900 1910 Years 10 10s Collection (#76)

Joseph Darcier, French singer, actor and composer (litho)
3098775 Joseph Darcier, French singer, actor and composer (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joseph Darcier (1819-1883), French singer, actor and composer

Le Chat Noir, Paris (b / w photo)
3098771 Le Chat Noir, Paris (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Chat Noir, Paris)

Roller coaster at the Jardin de Paris (colour photo)
3098763 Roller coaster at the Jardin de Paris (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Roller coaster at the Jardin de Paris)

Advertisement for spring fashions from the Belle Jardiniere clothing store, Paris (litho)
3099033 Advertisement for spring fashions from the Belle Jardiniere clothing store, Paris (litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A grand wedding at the Church of La Madeleine, Paris (litho)
3098926 A grand wedding at the Church of La Madeleine, Paris (litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A grand wedding at the Church of La Madeleine, Paris)

Holidaymakers at Deauville, France (colour photo)
3098904 Holidaymakers at Deauville, France (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Holidaymakers at Deauville, France)

Garden Party. Illustration from the cover of Le Figaro Illustre, April 1897 (colour litho)
3098817 Garden Party. Illustration from the cover of Le Figaro Illustre, April 1897 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Garden Party)

Chrysanthemes (Chrysanthemums). Cover of Le Figaro Illustre, November 1896 (colour litho)
3098794 Chrysanthemes (Chrysanthemums). Cover of Le Figaro Illustre, November 1896 (colour litho) by Hernandez, Daniel (1856-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chrysanthemes (Chrysanthemums)

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Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating art of the 1900s and 1910s. This era was a melting pot of creativity, with artists exploring various styles and themes that would shape the course of art history. One such masterpiece is the "Female Nude" from 1900-1910, delicately sketched with pencil to capture the grace and beauty of the human form, and is a testament to the timeless allure of classical art. In contrast, Lytton Strachey's "1916" portrays a different medium - oil on panel. The artist skillfully brings forth emotions through his brushstrokes, offering a glimpse into this tumultuous period marked by war and uncertainty. Moving forward, we encounter "Tetrahedra, " an oil painting from around 1910 that showcases geometric shapes merging harmoniously on canvas. This abstract piece hints at emerging artistic movements that challenged traditional norms. The world of ballet also left its mark during this time, as seen in the exquisite "Costume of Bacchante. " Created for a representation by Ballets Russians in 1911, it reflects both elegance and theatricality intertwined within dance. Stepping away from fine arts momentarily, we delve into literature with an enchanting colored illustration depicting medieval knights preparing for battle. Taken from "The Gateway to Tennyson" published in 1910, it transports us to an age filled with chivalry and heroism. Returning to visual arts, we encounter haunting etching titled "Visions (Visionen)" created in 1918. Its intricate details evoke introspection while capturing fleeting moments suspended between reality and dreamscape. An abstract-futurist composition painted around 1912 takes us further down this path of experimentation. With bold colors and dynamic forms dancing across canvas, it represents artists' fascination with technology's impact on society during this transformative era.