{"title":"Hermann Paul","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"oude-mannen-aan-een-tafel-hermann-paul","title":"Oude mannen aan een tafel - Hermann-Paul","description":"\u003cp\u003eA moody, atmospheric lithograph by French artist Hermann-Paul, depicting a group of men in a quiet, dimly lit interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by the French artist Hermann-Paul, born René-Georges Hermann-Paul, captures a quiet, somewhat sombre scene of men gathered around a table. The composition is defined by the stark contrast between the light-coloured surface of the table and the dark, vertical striations of the background wall. The figures, rendered with economy of line, appear absorbed in their own thoughts or a low-voiced conversation. A small, ghostly bust sits on a shelf or ledge in the background, adding a surreal, almost unsettling quality to the domestic or institutional setting.\n\nHermann-Paul was a prolific illustrator and printmaker, known for his contributions to satirical journals and his ability to convey character through minimal detail. His work often leaned into the darker, more cynical side of turn-of-the-century French life. In this piece, the heavy application of lithographic crayon creates a textured, atmospheric depth. The figures are caricatured, yet they possess a weight and presence that suggests a specific social milieu, perhaps a club or a bureaucratic office. The artist uses the medium to explore the interplay of shadow and form, creating a scene that feels both immediate and detached.\n\nThe print reflects the broader interest in psychological tension common among artists of the Symbolist period. By focusing on the posture and expressions of the men, Hermann-Paul invites the viewer to speculate on the nature of their meeting. The inclusion of the small bust provides a curious point of visual interest, breaking the monotony of the background and suggesting a space filled with history or academic pretension. This work is a fine example of the artist's technical skill in lithography, demonstrating his capacity to build mood through subtle tonal variations and precise, expressive marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/and-there-fell-a-great-star-from-heaven-burning-as-it-were-a-lamp-odilon-redon-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAnd there fell a great star from heaven, burning as it were a lamp - Odilon Redon — Odilon Redon\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-sick-child-ii-edvard-munch\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Sick Child II - Edvard Munch — Edvard Munch\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hermann-Paul","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986689073487,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986700869967,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986700902735,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986700935503,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986700968271,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Oude-mannen-aan-een-tafel_Poster_CompositorV1_1781917209226.jpg?v=1781917364"},{"product_id":"man-holding-the-hand-of-a-sleeping-man-hermann-paul","title":"Man Holding the Hand of a Sleeping Man - Hermann-Paul","description":"\u003cp\u003eA haunting lithograph by French artist Hermann-Paul, depicting a tense, ambiguous interaction between a standing figure and a sleeping person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by the French artist Hermann-Paul, born René-Georges Hermann-Paul, captures a scene of quiet, unsettling domesticity. The composition features a standing figure, dressed in dark clothing, who holds the hand of a person resting in bed. The standing figure displays a wide, toothy grin that contrasts with the stillness of the sleeping individual. The use of lithographic crayon creates a soft, grainy texture across the surfaces, particularly in the shadows of the room and the folds of the bedclothes.\n\nHermann-Paul was a prolific illustrator and printmaker during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. His work often appeared in satirical journals and publications of the period, where he explored themes of social observation, human folly, and psychological tension. This particular print reflects the darker, more introspective tendencies found in Symbolist art, where the narrative remains ambiguous and open to interpretation. The stark contrast between the light-coloured bed and the dark, looming figure creates a sense of unease, typical of the artist's graphic style.\n\nThe print demonstrates the technical capabilities of lithography, allowing for subtle gradations of tone and a painterly quality that distinguishes it from the sharper lines of wood engraving or etching. The artist focuses on the emotional weight of the interaction, stripping away unnecessary background detail to keep the viewer's attention on the two figures. The work is a characteristic example of the graphic output produced in Paris during the 1890s, a period when artists frequently experimented with print media to convey complex, often moody, narratives. The piece remains a compelling study of gesture and expression, rendered with the economy of line that defined the artist's career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/and-there-fell-a-great-star-from-heaven-burning-as-it-were-a-lamp-odilon-redon-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAnd there fell a great star from heaven, burning as it were a lamp - Odilon Redon — Odilon Redon\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-sick-child-ii-edvard-munch\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Sick Child II - Edvard Munch — Edvard Munch\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hermann-Paul","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986700673359,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986705391951,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986705424719,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986705457487,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986705490255,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Man-Holding-the-Hand-of-a-Sleeping-Man_Poster_CompositorV1_1781917263636.jpg?v=1781917461"},{"product_id":"soldaten-in-uniform-hermann-paul","title":"Soldaten in uniform - Hermann-Paul","description":"\u003cp\u003eA satirical lithograph by French artist Hermann-Paul, depicting a group of soldiers with characteristic expressive detail and bold, dark linework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by the French artist Hermann-Paul, born René Georges Hermann-Paul, captures a scene of military figures with a distinct satirical edge. Known for his contributions to satirical journals such as Le Rire and L'Assiette au Beurre, the artist utilised a sharp, observational style to comment on the social and political climate of late nineteenth and early twentieth-century France.\n\nThe composition focuses on a group of soldiers, their uniforms rendered with heavy, dark strokes that contrast against the lighter background. The central figure, an older officer with a weary expression, dominates the frame, while his companions are depicted with exaggerated features typical of the artist's caricatural approach. The background includes a simple shelf and a figure standing near a table, providing a sparse interior setting that keeps the viewer's attention on the subjects themselves. The use of lithography allows for a range of textures, from the dense black of the tunics to the lighter, sketch-like quality of the surrounding space.\n\nHermann-Paul was a prolific illustrator whose work often examined the rigid hierarchies and absurdities of institutional life. His ability to convey character through minimal lines and expressive posture is evident here. The print reflects the broader tradition of French graphic satire, where the artist acted as a social commentator. By focusing on the physical presence of the military men, the work invites an examination of authority and the human condition within a structured environment. This piece remains a representative example of the artist's graphic output during a period when printmaking was a primary medium for public discourse and artistic critique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/adolphe-ou-le-jeune-homme-triste-henri-de-toulouse-lautrec\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAdolphe ou Le Jeune Homme Triste - Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec — Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/sorrow-vincent-van-gogh\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSorrow - Vincent van Gogh — Vincent van Gogh\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hermann-Paul","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986726756687,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986730066255,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986730099023,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986730131791,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986730164559,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Soldaten-in-uniform_Poster_CompositorV1_1781917451570.jpg?v=1781917699"},{"product_id":"man-with-a-stick-following-a-woman-up-the-stairs-hermann-paul","title":"Man with a Stick Following a Woman up the Stairs - Hermann-Paul","description":"\u003cp\u003eA moody, atmospheric lithograph by Hermann-Paul depicting a man ascending a staircase, rendered with soft, grainy textures and dramatic shadow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by the French artist Hermann-Paul, born René-Georges Hermann-Paul, captures a moment of quiet tension. The composition focuses on a figure ascending a staircase, leaning heavily on a walking stick. The artist employs a grainy, atmospheric texture characteristic of late nineteenth-century printmaking, which obscures the finer details of the environment to focus on the silhouette and posture of the subject. The lighting is directional, casting the figure into a semi-darkness that suggests a domestic or urban interior at dusk.\n\nHermann-Paul was active during a period when artists explored the psychological weight of everyday scenes. His work often leaned into the darker, more ambiguous aspects of Parisian life. In this piece, the interaction between the man and the unseen woman ahead of him on the stairs creates a narrative gap, inviting the viewer to consider the nature of their pursuit. The lack of clear architectural detail allows the viewer to project their own interpretation onto the scene, as the focus remains entirely on the physical exertion and the intent of the primary figure.\n\nThe print demonstrates the artist's mastery of lithographic stone, using tonal variations to create depth without relying on hard outlines. The muted palette and the soft, diffused edges of the forms contribute to a sense of unease. This work is representative of the artist's broader output, which frequently examined the human condition through a lens of social observation and stylistic restraint. It is a study in shadow and movement, stripped of unnecessary ornamentation to maintain a singular focus on the interaction between the two figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/and-there-fell-a-great-star-from-heaven-burning-as-it-were-a-lamp-odilon-redon-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAnd there fell a great star from heaven, burning as it were a lamp - Odilon Redon — Odilon Redon\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hermann-Paul","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986728001871,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986730754383,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986730787151,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986730819919,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986730852687,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Man-with-a-Stick-Following-a-Woman-up-the-Stairs_Poster_CompositorV1_1781917569149.jpg?v=1781917734"},{"product_id":"mannen-op-een-begrafenis-hermann-paul","title":"Mannen op een begrafenis - Hermann-Paul","description":"\u003cp\u003eA sombre lithograph by Hermann-Paul depicting a group of men at a funeral, captured with expressive, dark textures and a focus on collective grief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by the French artist Hermann-Paul, born René-Georges Hermann-Paul, captures a sombre scene of men gathered at a funeral. The composition focuses on a group of figures dressed in heavy, dark overcoats and top hats, their faces etched with expressions of weariness and grief. The artist employs a stark, monochromatic palette to convey the gravity of the occasion, using dense charcoal-like textures to build the shadows of the clothing against the lighter, sketch-like background.\n\nHermann-Paul was a prolific illustrator and printmaker, known for his ability to capture the psychological weight of his subjects. In this work, the figures are tightly packed, creating a sense of claustrophobia that mirrors the solemnity of the burial rite. The central figure, holding a small book or pamphlet, looks downward with a weary gaze, while the surrounding men remain partially obscured by the shadows of their hats and the dim atmosphere. The lack of specific detail in the background ensures that the viewer remains focused on the emotional state of the mourners.\n\nTechnically, the lithograph demonstrates the artist's command over the medium, utilising varying degrees of pressure to create depth and texture. The lines are expressive rather than precise, allowing for a raw, immediate quality that aligns with the aesthetic of late nineteenth-century French printmaking. This piece offers a glimpse into the social rituals of the period, presented without sentimentality. It is a study of collective mourning, where the individual identities of the men are subsumed by the shared experience of loss. The work remains a compelling example of the artist's graphic output, reflecting his interest in the human condition and the darker aspects of urban life at the turn of the century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/and-there-fell-a-great-star-from-heaven-burning-as-it-were-a-lamp-odilon-redon-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAnd there fell a great star from heaven, burning as it were a lamp - Odilon Redon — Odilon Redon\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hermann-Paul","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986730525007,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986733834575,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986733867343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986733900111,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986733932879,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Mannen-op-een-begrafenis_Poster_CompositorV1_1781917569533.jpg?v=1781917818"},{"product_id":"man-en-vrouw-worden-hermann-paul","title":"Man en vrouw worden - Hermann-Paul","description":"\u003cp\u003eA satirical lithograph by Hermann-Paul depicting a wedding ceremony, characterised by sharp social observation and expressive use of shadow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by the French artist Hermann-Paul, born René-Georges Hermann-Paul, captures a moment of social observation through a satirical lens. The work depicts a wedding ceremony, focusing on the interaction between a bride, a groom, and an officiating clergyman. The artist employs a lithographic technique that balances areas of dense, dark shadow with lighter, sketch-like passages, creating a sense of atmosphere within the ecclesiastical setting.\n\nThe composition centres on the figures, with the clergyman rendered in a caricature style that emphasises his corporeal presence. His expression and posture provide a sharp contrast to the more subdued, partially obscured figures of the couple. Hermann-Paul was known for his contributions to various French periodicals of the late nineteenth century, where he often critiqued social conventions and institutional figures. His use of line is economical, relying on the texture of the lithographic stone to define form and depth without excessive detail.\n\nThis print reflects the broader interest in social commentary prevalent in French graphic arts during the 1890s. The artist avoids sentimentality, choosing instead to present the scene with a detached, observational quality. The stark contrast between the heavy black ink used for the groom and the background, and the lighter, more delicate lines describing the bride's attire, directs the viewer's attention to the central exchange. The work remains a characteristic example of the artist's ability to convey narrative through gesture and silhouette, maintaining a focus on the human condition within the constraints of formal ceremony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/and-there-fell-a-great-star-from-heaven-burning-as-it-were-a-lamp-odilon-redon-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAnd there fell a great star from heaven, burning as it were a lamp - Odilon Redon — Odilon Redon\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hermann-Paul","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986730885455,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986734195023,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986734227791,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986734260559,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986734293327,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Man-en-vrouw-worden_Poster_CompositorV1_1781917688426.jpg?v=1781917838"},{"product_id":"mannen-aan-tafel-tijdens-een-diner-hermann-paul","title":"Mannen aan tafel tijdens een diner - Hermann-Paul","description":"\u003cp\u003eA satirical lithograph by French artist Hermann-Paul, capturing a candid and slightly grotesque moment of men gathered at a dinner table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by the French artist Hermann-Paul, born René-Georges Hermann-Paul, captures a scene of bourgeois excess and social observation. The work depicts a group of men gathered around a dining table, their expressions and postures rendered with a sharp, satirical edge. The artist employs a distinctive use of lithographic grain to create shadow and depth, contrasting the stark white of the tablecloth with the dark, heavy coats of the diners.\n\nHermann-Paul was a prolific illustrator and printmaker, known for his contributions to various satirical journals in late nineteenth-century France. His style often leans into the grotesque, focusing on the physical quirks of his subjects to convey a sense of moral or social critique. In this specific composition, the focus remains on the interaction between the figures: one man gestures animatedly while another attends to his napkin, and a third looks on with a wide-eyed, startled expression. The presence of a standing figure behind the table adds a layer of narrative tension, suggesting a moment of interruption or perhaps a commentary on the service and social hierarchy of the era.\n\nThe work reflects the broader interest among artists of the period in the darker, more cynical aspects of urban life. By stripping away unnecessary background detail, the artist forces the viewer to engage directly with the characters and their immediate environment. The economy of line and the focus on silhouette are characteristic of the printmaking techniques favoured by artists associated with the Symbolist and Nabis circles, who sought to move beyond mere representation toward a more expressive, psychological interpretation of their subjects. This print offers a glimpse into the social rituals of the Belle Époque, viewed through a lens that is both observant and unflinching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/and-there-fell-a-great-star-from-heaven-burning-as-it-were-a-lamp-odilon-redon-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAnd there fell a great star from heaven, burning as it were a lamp - Odilon Redon — Odilon Redon\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hermann-Paul","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986735112527,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986785771855,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986785804623,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986785837391,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986785870159,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Mannen-aan-tafel-tijdens-een-diner_Poster_CompositorV1_1781917809656.jpg?v=1781917958"},{"product_id":"zieke-man-in-bed-hermann-paul","title":"Zieke man in bed - Hermann-Paul","description":"\u003cp\u003eA poignant lithograph by Hermann-Paul depicting a sombre scene of a sick man in bed attended by two figures, rendered in a stark, realistic style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by the French artist Hermann-Paul, born René Georges Hermann-Paul, captures a sombre domestic scene. The composition focuses on a sick man lying in bed, his head barely visible above the covers. Beside him, two figures stand in attendance: a woman with a weary expression and a bearded man leaning forward, perhaps a physician or a concerned relative. The artist employs a stark, monochromatic palette, using dense stippling and hatching to create shadow and depth within the confined space of the bedroom.\n\nHermann-Paul was a prolific illustrator and printmaker, known for his contributions to satirical journals and his ability to convey psychological weight through minimal means. His work often explored the darker aspects of human experience, moving away from the decorative tendencies of the period toward a more direct, observational style. The figures in this print are rendered with a sense of gravity, their postures suggesting the quiet tension of a sickroom. The contrast between the light, empty space of the bed linens and the textured, darkened background adds to the sense of isolation surrounding the patient.\n\nThis piece reflects the artist's interest in the realities of daily life, stripped of sentimentality. The lithographic technique allows for a range of tonal values, from the deep blacks of the figures' clothing to the soft grey of the curtain and wall. It is a study in human vulnerability, presented with the technical precision characteristic of late nineteenth-century French printmaking. The work remains a compelling example of how graphic art can communicate complex emotional narratives through simple, effective visual shorthand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/and-there-fell-a-great-star-from-heaven-burning-as-it-were-a-lamp-odilon-redon-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAnd there fell a great star from heaven, burning as it were a lamp - Odilon Redon — Odilon Redon\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hermann-Paul","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986775253327,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986786230607,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986786263375,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986786296143,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986786328911,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Zieke-man-in-bed_Poster_CompositorV1_1781917810268.jpg?v=1781917975"},{"product_id":"mannen-in-een-koets-hermann-paul","title":"Mannen in een koets - Hermann-Paul","description":"\u003cp\u003eA satirical lithograph by French artist Hermann-Paul, depicting a group of men in top hats travelling in a carriage during the late nineteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by the French artist Hermann-Paul, born René-Georges Hermann-Paul, captures a scene of bourgeois life in late nineteenth-century Paris. The composition focuses on a group of men wearing top hats, seated within the confines of a horse-drawn carriage. The artist employs a lithographic technique that relies on soft, granular textures to define the figures and the carriage structure, rather than sharp, rigid outlines. \n\nHermann-Paul was a prolific illustrator and printmaker, known for his contributions to satirical journals such as Le Rire and L'Assiette au Beurre. His work often examined the social hierarchies and the affectations of the Parisian middle and upper classes. In this particular print, the men appear engaged in conversation, their postures and expressions rendered with a degree of caricature that was typical of the period's social commentary. The carriage serves as a mobile stage, isolating the subjects from the urban environment and creating a sense of intimacy that borders on the claustrophobic.\n\nThe use of light and shadow in this piece is subtle, with the artist focusing on the silhouettes of the top hats and the heavy coats worn by the passengers. The background remains largely suggested, allowing the viewer to concentrate on the interactions between the men. This print reflects the broader interest among artists of the era in documenting the mundane aspects of modern life, often with a critical or humorous eye. The work is a fine example of the graphic arts produced during the fin de siècle, where printmaking became a primary medium for both artistic expression and social critique. The technical execution demonstrates the artist's command over the lithographic stone, achieving a range of tones that provide depth to the carriage interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-racetrack-henri-de-toulouse-lautrec\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Racetrack - Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec — Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/sorrow-vincent-van-gogh\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSorrow - Vincent van Gogh — Vincent van Gogh\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hermann-Paul","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986788524367,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986818703695,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986818736463,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986818769231,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986818801999,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Mannen-in-een-koets_Poster_CompositorV1_1781918049508.jpg?v=1781918183"},{"product_id":"drie-mannen-bij-een-stembus-hermann-paul","title":"Drie mannen bij een stembus - Hermann-Paul","description":"\u003cp\u003eA satirical lithograph by Hermann-Paul depicting three men at a ballot box, reflecting the political climate of the French Third Republic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by the French artist Hermann-Paul, born René Georges Hermann-Paul, captures a moment of political tension in late nineteenth-century France. The composition features three men seated behind a ballot box, their expressions stern and guarded. The central figure, flanked by two others, sits with arms crossed, suggesting a posture of authority or perhaps defiance. Behind them, two French flags are crossed, framing a small bust that sits between them, adding a layer of nationalistic symbolism to the scene. The ballot box itself is marked with the letters VR, a reference to the French Republic.\n\nHermann-Paul was a prolific illustrator and printmaker, known for his contributions to satirical journals such as Le Rire and L'Assiette au Beurre. His work often engaged with the social and political climate of the Third Republic, employing a style that favoured clear, expressive lines and a focus on characterisation. The lithographic technique allows for subtle gradations in tone, particularly in the shading of the figures and the texture of the flags, which contrast with the stark, clean background. This print reflects the artist's ability to distil complex political atmospheres into a single, static image. The figures appear as archetypes of the political establishment of the era, their uniform attire and serious demeanour creating a sense of bureaucratic rigidity. The work is a fine example of the satirical print tradition in France, where artists used their medium to comment on the institutions and power structures of their time. The minimalist composition ensures that the viewer's attention remains fixed on the interaction between the three men and the symbolic objects that define their environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/and-there-fell-a-great-star-from-heaven-burning-as-it-were-a-lamp-odilon-redon-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAnd there fell a great star from heaven, burning as it were a lamp - Odilon Redon — Odilon Redon\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hermann-Paul","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986789507407,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986819359055,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986819391823,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986819424591,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":57986819457359,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Drie-mannen-bij-een-stembus_Poster_CompositorV1_1781918049325.jpg?v=1781918220"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/collections\/hermann-paul.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}