1976 Georges Rouault Poster, "Christ mocked" Expressionism Fauvism gallery exhibition, wall art decor

1976 Georges Rouault Poster, "Christ mocked" Expressionism Fauvism gallery exhibition, wall art decor

This exhibition poster is from the Hotel de Ville in Troyes, France for an exhibition in 1976 featuring Rouault's work, "Christ aux outrages" or "Christ mocked".
Dimensions: 21.5 in x 15.5 in (55 cm x 40 cm)
Condition: some written gallery text, see photos.

Georges Rouault was a French painter, draughtsman and print artist, whose work is often associated with Fauvism and Expressionism. In 1907, Rouault commenced a series of paintings dedicated to courts, clowns and prostitutes. These paintings are interpreted as moral and social criticism. He became attracted to Spiritualism and the dramatic existentialism of the philosopher Jacques Maritain, who remained a close friend for the rest of his life. After that, he dedicated himself to religious subjects. Human nature was always the focus of his interest. Rouault said: "A tree against the sky possesses the same interest, the same character, the same expression as the figure of a human."

Rouault embarked on an apprenticeship as a glass painter and restorer, which lasted until 1890. This early experience as a glass painter has been suggested as a likely source of the heavy black contouring and glowing colours, likened to leaded glass, which characterize Rouault's mature painting style.

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Because of the age of these posters, there are areas of wear and tear, particularly on the edges. I have done my best to take photos where they are torn. The good news is that when framed, the tears press up well against glass, and edges can be hidden by mats. Any wear picked up from years are part of the charm.

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