Henri Gervex Print, The Ball (1890)
Henri Gervex Print, The Ball (1890)
Bring the glamour and sophistication of 19th-century Paris into your home with our premium quality Henri Gervex art print. Each piece captures the artist’s masterful technique and eye for social commentary that made him one of the Belle Époque’s most captivating painters.
🎨 The Artist: Henri Gervex
(1852-1929) A prodigy who entered the École des Beaux-Arts at just 15, Gervex blazed through Paris’s art world, earning commissions from the elite while pushing artistic boundaries. His controversial 1878 painting “Rolla” established him as a bold voice who could blend classical training with modern subjects. From scandalous nudes to sophisticated society portraits, Gervex captured the pulse of his era.
✨ Painting Style & Technique
Gervex mastered the delicate balance between academic precision and contemporary flair. His work features:
- Luminous flesh tones and masterful handling of light
- Dynamic compositions that draw the viewer in
- Meticulous attention to fashionable details and textures
- Bold subject matter that challenged social conventions
- Elegant brushwork combining classical and modern techniques
🌟 The Belle Époque:
An Era of Elegance Experience the golden age of French culture (1871-1914) when Paris was the world’s cultural capital. This was a time of:
- Unprecedented peace and prosperity
- Revolutionary advances in art and technology
- Flourishing café culture and entertainment
- The birth of modern fashion and design
- Artistic innovation and social transformation
🏆 Why Choose Our Gervex Print:
- Museum-quality reproduction
- Archival inks and premium paper
- Available in multiple sizes
- Perfect for sophisticated home décor
- Ideal for art lovers and history enthusiasts
- Makes a stunning statement piece
Add a touch of French sophistication to your space with this timeless masterpiece. Ideal for living rooms, studies, or any space seeking refined artistic presence.
💫 Order now to bring the magic of Belle Époque Paris into your home!
All prints are made using archival art stocks and UV pigment inks to give up to 200 years life. Prints are sold unframed and unmounted.
