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Sketch for reception room in the Hôtel de ville, Paris, 1892. Creator: Achille Louis Joseph Sirouy
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Sketch for reception room in the Hôtel de ville, Paris, 1892. Creator: Achille Louis Joseph Sirouy
Sketch for reception room in the Hotel de ville, Paris, 1892. Allegories and deities on a cloud, coat of arms of the city of Paris. Personification of the City of Paris receiving divinities representing Peace, Agriculture, Industry and the Arts, Intelligence, Labour. Minerva, protectress of nations, the Genii of War and Discord. (La Ville de Paris recevant le concours de l'agriculture, de l'industrie et des arts - Esquisse pour le salon d'entree de l'Hotel de ville de Paris)
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This sketch, titled "Sketch for reception room in the Hôtel de ville, Paris, 1892" by Achille Louis Joseph Sirouy, offers a glimpse into the rich allegorical tradition of 19th-century French art. The painting depicts the personification of the City of Paris receiving the blessings of deities and allegorical figures representing Peace, Agriculture, Industry, and the Arts. The central figure of the City of Paris is elegantly attired, with an outstretched hand, welcoming the divine offerings. Above her, a cloudscape teems with allegorical figures. Minerva, the goddess of wisdom and protectress of nations, bestows her blessings with an olive branch. Amorini, or cherubs, scatter flowers, symbolizing the fruits of Agriculture. The Genii of War and Discord are present but subdued, signifying the triumph of Peace. The artistic school of Sirouy A, as he was known, is evident in the delicate pencil lines and subtle color palette. The oil painting, with its meticulous detail, would have once adorned the walls of the Hôtel de ville's grand reception room. This sketch, now a cherished piece of heritage art, invites us to explore the depth and complexity of the allegorical tradition in French art and the role it played in shaping the cultural heritage of Paris. The painting's intricate composition, with its dynamic interplay of light and shadow, transports us to the indoor spaces of Parisian institutions like the Petit Palais, where such works were once displayed for public appreciation. The sketch is a testament to the enduring allure of allegorical art and the power of visual storytelling.
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