Gervaise Collection

Illustration for The Assommoir, A Realistic Novel, by Emile Zola (engraving)
6009792 Illustration for The Assommoir, A Realistic Novel, by Emile Zola (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Advert, Mesdames Millerand & Gervaise, Regent Street, Brighton, Summer Gowns and Capes. 1899

At Gervaise, Falaise: Market Day, (pencil and watercolour)
652104 At Gervaise, Falaise: Market Day, (pencil and watercolour) by Foster, Myles Birket (1825-99); 40.9x60.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: At Gervaise, Falaise: Market Day)

Altercation between Gervaise and Virginia (engraving)
2808038 Altercation between Gervaise and Virginia (engraving) by Marie, Adrien Emmanuel (1848-91) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Gervaise and Coupeau at the Assommoir (engraving)
5991168 Gervaise and Coupeau at the Assommoir (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gervaise and Coupeau at the Assommoir)

Illustration for The Assommoir, A Realistic Novel, by Emile Zola (engraving)
6009776 Illustration for The Assommoir, A Realistic Novel, by Emile Zola (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gervaise and Coupeau at the Assommoir)

Paul Gervais Aka Fran

Summer Gowns and Capes, Millerand & Gervaise
Advertising design, Summer Gowns and Capes, Mesdames Millerand & Gervaise, Regent Street, Brighton. 1900

L assommoir, Gervaise, Emile Zola, 19th century, woman carrying a bucket

L assommoir, Gervaise, Emile Zola, 19th Century, Woman Carrying A Bucket

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"Gervaise: A Captivating Journey through Emile Zola's Realistic Novel" Step into the vivid world of "Gervaise, " as depicted in a series of captivating illustrations. These artistic masterpieces bring to life the characters and scenes from Emile Zola's realistic novel, "The Assommoir. " In one engraving, we find ourselves immersed in the bustling atmosphere of Falaise on Market Day. The pencil and watercolor strokes beautifully capture the vibrant energy as Gervaise navigates through the crowd. Another engraving portrays an intense altercation between Gervaise and Virginia. The emotions leap off the page, revealing the raw intensity that permeates their relationship. Moving forward, we witness Gervaise alongside Coupeau at the infamous Assommoir. Their presence is etched with both excitement and trepidation, hinting at the tumultuous events that lie ahead for these complex characters. As we delve deeper into this visual journey, we encounter summer gowns and capes showcased by Millerand & Gervaise—an advert that entices us with its elegance and style. Zola's words come alive once again in a sequence of engravings illustrating key moments from "The Assommoir. " Each image captures a different facet of Gervaise's life—a testament to her resilience amidst adversity. Through these illustrations, we are transported back to 19th-century Paris—the sights, sounds, and struggles all laid bare before our eyes. We become witnesses to Gervaise's triumphs and tribulations—her dreams shattered but never extinguished. These engravings serve as windows into a world where realism meets artistry—a perfect fusion that allows us to experience every emotion coursing through each character’s veins. So step into "Gervaise" – let your imagination be ignited by these stunning visuals inspired by Emile Zola's masterpiece.