Le Sourire Collection

1910s France Le Sourire Magazine Cover

1920s France Le Sourire Magazine Cover

1920s France Le Sourire Magazine Plate

Three People, a Mask, a Fox and a Bird, headpiece forLe sourire, 1899, printed and published 1921

Le sourire: Journal mechant, Mar. 1900, 1900. Creator: Paul Gauguin
Le sourire: Journal mechant, Mar. 1900, 1900

Caricatures of Gauguin and Governor Gallet, with headpiece from Le sourire, 1900

Bust of a Nude Woman and Three-Quarter Figure of a Man with a White Cap in Profile, Third Small Figure at Far Right, headpiece for Le sourire, 1899/1900

A Horse and Birds, headpiece for Le sourire, 1899. Creator: Paul Gauguin
A Horse and Birds, headpiece for Le sourire, 1899

Tahitians, Flowers, and Leaves, headpiece for Le sourire, 1899 / 1900
Tahitians, Flowers, and Leaves, headpiece for Le sourire, 1899/1900

Tahitian Woman, headpiece for Le sourire, 1899 / 1900. Creator: Paul Gauguin
Tahitian Woman, headpiece for Le sourire, 1899/1900

Three People, a Mask, a Fox and a Bird, headpiece for Le sourire, 1899

Two Women Chattering, headpiece for Le Sourire, 1900. Creator: Paul Gauguin
Two Women Chattering, headpiece for Le Sourire, 1900

Fox, Busts of Two Women, and a Rabbit, headpiece for Le sourire, 1899 / 1900
Fox, Busts of Two Women, and a Rabbit, headpiece for Le sourire, 1899/1900

Man Carrying Bananas Followed by Two Horses, headpiece for Le sourire, 1900

1930s France Le Sourire Magazine Plate

Front cover of Le Sourire magazine, 30th March 1901. Artist: Fernand Fau
Front cover of Le Sourire magazine, 30th March 1901. Le Sourire was one of the many light-hearted Parisian magazines featuring racy drawings of semi-clad mademoiselles

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"Le Sourire: A Timeless Expression of Joy and Satire in 1910s France" Step back in time to the vibrant streets of 1910s France, where Le Sourire Magazine graced the hands of eager readers. Its covers were adorned with captivating illustrations that captured the essence of an era filled with laughter and creativity. One such cover transports us to a world where art meets humor, as colorful characters dance across its pages. The whimsical headpiece featuring three people, a mask, a fox, and a bird sets the tone for what lies within – a celebration of life's quirks and idiosyncrasies. As we delve deeper into Le Sourire's plates from this period, we encounter masterpieces by renowned artists like Paul Gauguin. His distinctive style shines through in his creations for the magazine; whether it be his bust of a nude woman or his caricatures depicting himself alongside Governor Gallet. Gauguin's artistic genius intertwines seamlessly with Le Sourire's satirical nature. But it is not just Gauguin who lends his talent to these pages; other artists contribute their unique perspectives as well. A horse gallops alongside birds in another headpiece by Gauguin – an enchanting blend of nature and imagination that captures our attention. Fast forward to the roaring 1920s, and Le Sourire continues to captivate audiences with its striking covers. These snapshots transport us to an era defined by jazz music, flapper dresses, and exuberant parties. Each cover tells its own story – one filled with glamour, excitement, and joie de vivre. Le Sourire Magazine remains etched in history as more than just ink on paper; it represents an entire generation's spirit encapsulated within each page. It reminds us that even amidst turmoil or societal change, there will always be room for laughter and satire - le sourire - lighting up our lives.