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Saint-Lazare prison, 1908. Creator: Lazar Meyer
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Saint-Lazare prison, 1908. Creator: Lazar Meyer
Saint-Lazare prison, 1908
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10th Arrondissement Abstract Expressionism Carnavalet Museum Overcast Paris Ile De France France Penitentiary Prison Saint Lazare Prison Wood Material Artistic Movement Letterbox Format Musee Carnavalet Paris Museums
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This evocative oil on wood painting by Lazar Meyer, titled "Saint-Lazare Prison" and dated 1908, captures the imposing and somber facade of the historic penitentiary in Paris's 10th arrondissement. The image, held in the Carnavalet Museum, transports us back to the early 20th century, a time of social and artistic change. The building's massive, fortress-like structure looms over the overcast Parisian landscape, its high walls and barred windows a stark reminder of the institution's purpose. The muted colors of the painting - the grayish hues of the prison walls, the dull browns of the roof, and the subdued blues and grays of the sky - reflect the mood of the scene. Meyer's use of abstract expressionism in this piece adds depth and complexity to the image, with the rough brushstrokes and textured wood surface adding to the sense of history and heritage. The painting's letterbox format, with its elongated shape, emphasizes the verticality of the prison's facade and the vastness of the space. The Saint-Lazare Prison, a symbol of Paris's criminal past, stands proudly in this painting, a testament to the city's rich history and its enduring architectural legacy. This work of art, created by Lazar Meyer in 1908, invites us to reflect on the concept of law and order, the role of institutions in society, and the passage of time.
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