Skip to main content

Jean Maurice Eugene Clement Cocteau Collection

Jean Maurice Eugène Clément Cocteau was a multi-talented French artist, writer, and filmmaker who left an indelible mark on the world of art and literature

Background imageJean Maurice Eugene Clement Cocteau Collection: Poster advertising of La Voix Humaine, 1930 (litho)

Poster advertising of La Voix Humaine, 1930 (litho)
CHT204485 Poster advertising of La Voix Humaine, 1930 (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: Poster advertising the performance of La Voix Humaine, by Jean Cocteau (1889-1963)

Background imageJean Maurice Eugene Clement Cocteau Collection: Jean Cocteau (1889-1963) as a child, 2 years old, c. 1891

Jean Cocteau (1889-1963) as a child, 2 years old, c. 1891
1758764 Jean Cocteau (1889-1963) as a child, 2 years old, c. 1891; (add.info.: Jean Cocteau (1889-1963) as a child, 2 years old, c. 1891); Photo: Tallandier

Background imageJean Maurice Eugene Clement Cocteau Collection: mother, sister Marthe and brother Paul of Jean Cocteau, c.1883 (b/w photo)

mother, sister Marthe and brother Paul of Jean Cocteau, c.1883 (b/w photo)
1702725 mother, sister Marthe and brother Paul of Jean Cocteau, c.1883 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Mother, sister Marthe (6) and brother Paul (2) of Jean Cocteau around 1883)

Background imageJean Maurice Eugene Clement Cocteau Collection: Portrait of Jean Cocteau (1889 - 1963) (b/w photo)

Portrait of Jean Cocteau (1889 - 1963) (b/w photo)
PCT4256227 Portrait of Jean Cocteau (1889 - 1963) (b/w photo); © Patrice Cartier. All rights reserved 2023

Background imageJean Maurice Eugene Clement Cocteau Collection: Jean Cocteau as a child c. 1890 (b/w photo)

Jean Cocteau as a child c. 1890 (b/w photo)
1758845 Jean Cocteau as a child c. 1890 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Jean Cocteau (1889-1963) as a child c. 1890); Photo: Tallandier

Background imageJean Maurice Eugene Clement Cocteau Collection: Leonide Massine, Jean Cocteau and Serge de Diaghilev, c. 1917-1918 (b/w photo)

Leonide Massine, Jean Cocteau and Serge de Diaghilev, c. 1917-1918 (b/w photo)
1749264 Leonide Massine, Jean Cocteau and Serge de Diaghilev, c. 1917-1918 (b/w photo); (add.info.: russian dancer Leonide Massine)

Background imageJean Maurice Eugene Clement Cocteau Collection: Jean Cocteau in Grasse, c. 1917 (b/w photo)

Jean Cocteau in Grasse, c. 1917 (b/w photo)
1758847 Jean Cocteau in Grasse, c. 1917 (b/w photo); (add.info.: French painter and writer Jean Cocteau (1889-1963) in Grasse, c. 1917); Photo: Tallandier

Background imageJean Maurice Eugene Clement Cocteau Collection: Jean Cocteau, 1911 (b/w photo)

Jean Cocteau, 1911 (b/w photo)
NUL204360 Jean Cocteau, 1911 (b/w photo); Private Collection; (add.info.: French writer and artist Jean Cocteau (1889-1963).)

Background imageJean Maurice Eugene Clement Cocteau Collection: Marie Laure de Noailles and Jean Cocteau, c. 1917 (b/w photo)

Marie Laure de Noailles and Jean Cocteau, c. 1917 (b/w photo)
1758763 Marie Laure de Noailles and Jean Cocteau, c. 1917 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Marie Laure de Noailles and Jean Cocteau in Grasse (France) c. 1917); Photo: Tallandier

Background imageJean Maurice Eugene Clement Cocteau Collection: Jean Cocteau (1889-1963)

Jean Cocteau (1889-1963)
1727886 Jean Cocteau (1889-1963); (add.info.: Jean Cocteau (1889-1963))

Background imageJean Maurice Eugene Clement Cocteau Collection: The 'Groupe des Six' with Jean Cocteau (piano) : l-r : Darius Milhaud, Georges Auric

The "Groupe des Six" with Jean Cocteau (piano) : l-r : Darius Milhaud, Georges Auric, Arthur Honegger
1726378 The "Groupe des Six" with Jean Cocteau (piano) : l-r : Darius Milhaud, Georges Auric, Arthur Honegger, Germaine Tailleferre



For sale as Licensed Images

Choose your image, Select your licence and Download the media

Jean Maurice Eugène Clément Cocteau was a multi-talented French artist, writer, and filmmaker who left an indelible mark on the world of art and literature. Known for his avant-garde approach to creativity, Cocteau's work spanned across various mediums including poetry, novels, plays, films, and visual arts. Born in 1889 in Maisons-Laffitte, France, Cocteau's artistic talents were evident from a young age. He quickly gained recognition for his innovative writing style and unique perspective on life. Throughout his career, he collaborated with some of the most prominent figures in the art world including Pablo Picasso and Igor Stravinsky. Cocteau's influence extended beyond just his own work; he also played a significant role in promoting other artists through his involvement in various artistic movements such as Surrealism and Dadaism. His legacy continues to inspire generations of artists today. Despite facing personal struggles throughout his life, including addiction issues and health problems, Cocteau never wavered in his commitment to creating groundbreaking art that challenged societal norms. His fearless exploration of themes such as love, death, beauty, and spirituality resonates with audiences worldwide. Jean Maurice Eugène Clément Cocteau may have passed away in 1963 but his impact on the world of art remains timeless. Through his visionary creations and unwavering dedication to pushing boundaries creatively, he has secured a place among the most influential artists of the 20th century.