Tournee du Chat Noir
by Bob Pardue
Title
Tournee du Chat Noir
Artist
Bob Pardue
Medium
Painting - Digital Photography
Description
Tournee du Chat Noir (1896) by Theophile Alexandre Steinlen. Original public domain image from The Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Digitally enhanced by rawpixel.
The Tournee du Chat Noir is an iconic poster from the Belle Epoque period of French culture. It was created by Théophile-Alexandre Steinlen and first appeared in Paris in 1896 as a poster advertising a cabaret night at the Chat Noir Cabaret. This poster has become a symbol of the Parisian cafe scene and the bohemian artistic lifestyle that flourished in 19th century France. The work is characterized by its simple black and white design featuring a kitten perched on a roof and a poem quoting the words of poet René Hareau. Beyond its artistic value, this poster has come to symbolize the spirit of the era; an era of creativity and possibility, defined by new cultural movements such as Impressionism, Symbolism, and Art Nouveau. Today, the Tournee du Chat Noir poster remains one of the most famous images from the Belle Epoque period and continues to be a beloved representation of French culture.
This iconic vintage artwork makes a perfect gift idea for cat lovers and art enthusiasts.
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March 4th, 2023
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