Henry Gerbault Collection

French caricature (colour litho)
6031033 French caricature (colour litho) by Robida, Albert (1848-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: French caricature)

Young woman lying down on her front, wearing long dress, Belle Epoque period, French 1890s, 19th Century
Vintage illustration by Henry Gerbault, young woman lying down on her front, wearing long dress, Belle Epoque period, French 1890s, 19th Century

Beautiful young woman washing wish sponge and water in a bowl, Belle Epoque period, French 1890s, 19th Century
Vintage illustration by Henry Gerbault, beautiful young woman washing wish sponge and water in a bowl, Belle Epoque period, French 1890s, 19th Century

The death of the little pig, Street vendor selling pig shaped balloons, Vintage French cartoon
Vintage French cartoon, La mort du petit cochon. Le Camelot.... de quoi rire et s'amuser en societe ! The death of the little pig. The Camelot

Police officer moving on roast chestnut street vendor and homeless man, Vintage French cartoon
Vintage French cartoon, Toujours la concurrence. Il n'y a pas a che le dischimuler: pour les marrons la poliche nous fait rudement du tort. Always competition

Nurse helping an old man walking in the park, Vintage French cartoon
Vintage French cartoon, Le Petit nenfant. Qu'est-ce que ca a de drole ? Je suis au regime lacte. The little child. What's funny about it? I am on a milk diet

Moliere invited to lunch by Louis XIV, Vintage French cartoon
Vintage French cartoon, Moliere invited by Louis XIV. The Sun King. I forgot my scholarship. So settle this misere, dear friend. Moliere invited by Louis XIV. The sun King. I forgot my purse

Beautiful woman waking up in the morning, stretching in bed, Vintage French cartoon
Vintage French cartoon, L'exposition est close. Le Ville de Paris (s'etirant). Enfin seule ! The exhibition is closed. The City of Paris (retreating). Finally alone!

Vintage French cartoon, beautiful young opening her door to cupid, love, 19th Century
Vintage illustration by Henry Gerbault, beautiful young opening her door to cupid, love, 19th Century. Un Mendiant. Comment ! vous voila encore ? mais je vous ai deja donne deux fois aujourd'hui

Sketch beautiful young woman in bathing costume, Belle Epoque period, French 1890s
Vintage illustration by Henry Gerbault, beautiful young woman in bathing costume, Belle Epoque period, French 1890s, 19th Century

Caricature of Young man, Pianist playing the piano, French, 1890s
Vintage illustration by Henry Gerbault, Young man, Pianist playing the piano, French, 1890s, 19th Century. Un laureat de conservatoire, A conservatory laureate

Caricature of overweight man with a large nose, Un maitre d'hotel, French 1890s
Vintage illustration by Henry Gerbault, Caricature of overweight man with a large nose, Un maitre d'hotel, 19th Century. A hotel manager

Caricature of Group of mature women bathing in the sea, French 1890s, 19th Century
Vintage illustration by Henry Gerbault, Group of mature women bathing in the sea, French 1890s, 19th Century. Pleine eau. Bains de meres

Caricature of beautiful woman holding fan in a low cut dress, 1890s 19th Century
Vintage illustration by Henry Gerbault, beautiful woman holding fan in a low cut dress, 19th Century. You see, my dear, a man who does not know how to disrespect a woman is not a man!

Character sketch of well dressed mature man with beard wearing top hat, French 1890s, 19th Century
Vintage illustration by Henry Gerbault, Character sketch of well dressed mature man with beard wearing top hat, French 1890s, 19th Century

Character sketch of two mature men wearing hats, top hat, bowler, French 1890s, 19th Century
Vintage illustration by Henry Gerbault, Character sketch of two mature men wearing hats, top hat, bowler, French 1890s, 19th Century

Character sketch of two mature man wearing top hats, French 1890s, 19th Century
Vintage illustration by Henry Gerbault, Character sketch of two mature man wearing top hats, French 1890s, 19th Century

Character sketch of mature man with long beard wearing boater hat and monocle glasses, French 1890s, 19th Century
Vintage illustration by Henry Gerbault, Character sketch of mature man with long beard wearing boater hat and monocle glasses, French 1890s, 19th Century

Character sketch of mature man with bushy moustache wearing boater hat, French 1890s, 19th Century
Vintage illustration by Henry Gerbault, Character sketch of mature man with bushy moustache wearing boater hat, French 1890s, 19th Century

Character sketch of mature man with beard wearing boater hat with spotted pattern, French 1890s, 19th Century
Vintage illustration by Henry Gerbault, Character sketch of mature man with beard wearing boater hat with spotted pattern, French 1890s, 19th Century

Character sketch of mature man wearing hat and Pince-nez Eyeglasses, French 1890s, 19th Century
Vintage illustration by Henry Gerbault, Character sketch of mature man wearing hat and Pince-nez Eyeglasses, French 1890s, 19th Century

Character sketch of mature man wearing Capotain or pilgrim hat, French 1890s, 19th Century
Vintage illustration by Henry Gerbault, Character sketch of mature man wearing Capotain or pilgrim hat, French 1890s, 19th Century

Character sketch of mature man wearing bowler hat, with long beard, French 1890s, 19th Century
Vintage illustration by Henry Gerbault, Character sketch of mature man wearing bowler hat, with long beard, French 1890s, 19th Century

Character sketch of mature man wearing boater hat, French 1890s, 19th Century
Vintage illustration by Henry Gerbault, Character sketch of mature man wearing boater hat, French 1890s, 19th Century

Spinning top man walking his dog, Vintage French cartoon
Vintage illustration of a French cartoon by Henry Gerbault. Le Cul de jatte Toupie. Toupie or not toupie. The Cul de jatte Toupie. Spinning top or not spinning top

Harlequin, c1880-1930. Artist: Henry Gerbault
Harlequin, c1880-1930

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Henry Gerbault was a renowned artist of the Belle Epoque period in 19th century France. His captivating illustrations captured the essence of the era, depicting scenes that ranged from everyday life to whimsical fantasies. In one of his enchanting artworks, a young woman lies gracefully on her front, adorned in an elegant long dress that epitomizes the fashion of the French 1890s. The delicate brushstrokes and attention to detail transport us back to this bygone era. Gerbault's talent also shines through in another piece where he portrays a beautiful young woman washing with a sponge and water in a bowl. This scene evokes nostalgia for simpler times when daily rituals were performed with grace and elegance. The artist's versatility is evident as he delves into different themes, such as his vintage French cartoon depicting the death of a little pig. In another illustration, Gerbault humorously captures street vendors selling pig-shaped balloons, adding charm and playfulness to his work. Social commentary is not lost on Gerbault either; he depicts a police officer intervening with both a roast chestnut street vendor and homeless man. Through satire, he sheds light on societal issues prevalent during that time. Gerbault's artistry extends beyond mere observations of society; it encompasses compassion too. He beautifully illustrates moments like nurses helping elderly men walk in parks or Moliere being invited to lunch by Louis XIV – showcasing empathy towards others' struggles or celebrating historical figures. His cartoons also explore love and romance: from capturing beautiful women waking up in bed stretching their limbs after slumber to opening doors for Cupid himself – these images evoke feelings of tenderness and affection reminiscent of 19th-century France. Not limited only to human subjects, Gerbault skillfully sketches bathing costumes worn by stunning young women at seaside resorts during the Belle Epoque period. These illustrations capture both fashion trends and leisure activities popular among the elite. Caricatures were another facet of Gerbault's talent.