Streets and shops with characters, handwritten notes (1832) by Eugene Delacroix

Streets and shops with characters, handwritten notes - Eugene Delacroix - 1832

Artwork Information

TitleStreets and shops with characters, handwritten notes
ArtistEugene Delacroix
Date1832
Mediumpaper
Art MovementOrientalism

About Streets and shops with characters, handwritten notes

The artwork “Streets and shops with characters, handwritten notes” by Eugene Delacroix, dated 1832, is an illustration on paper, part of the Orientalism art movement. It captures a series of sketches that offer a glimpse into a variety of street scenes and figures, which might reflect the artist’s interpretation and experiences of Eastern culture.

The artwork presents an anthology of sketches that harmoniously blend on the page, showcasing Delacroix’s interest in the daily life and the people he encountered. The use of light and shadow is evident, delicate watercolor washes suggesting the transient quality of street scenes. One can observe the rough outlines of figures and an array of urban life activities. The characters are portrayed in a range of poses and activities, contributing to a sense of vibrancy and authenticity in the depiction of the locale.

Accompanying the visuals are handwritten notes, which may serve as annotations or reflections by Delacroix, further personalizing the artwork and providing context or narrative subtext to the illustrations. Handwriting present on the page also provides an intimacy to the piece, suggesting that it might have served as a form of a visual diary or log for the artist.

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