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Jean-Louis-Marcel Cosson
Reception for the ballet in the Foyer of the Opera (Palais Garnier), Paris

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Signed lower left. Marcel Cosson, Bordeaux, France in 1878. About the artwork: This post-impressionist painting depicts ballerinas meeting wealthy men after a performance in a private foyer de la danse at the Opéra de Paris. A highbrow event these days, in the 19th century, ballet was the height of erotic experience, so rich gentlemen paid for the privilege of socializing with the dancers. The ballerinas’ nude arms, exposed legs and variety of alluring positions spurred some admirers to sponsor their favorite dancer in exchange for her becoming his mistress and bolstering his prestige. This picture captures a graceful moment in this somewhat secret world, one hidden behind the footlights. It is set in a handmade bronzed, filigreed, and gilded wood frame ready to hang. Painting dimensions without frame = 12 x 17 1/2 inches Les Danseuses au Foyer de L’Opéra Signed lower left COSSON About the Artist: Jean-Louis-Marcel COSSON (1878-1956) was born in Bordeaux, France, and lived and worked in Paris. Widely exhibited in his time, Cosson won an honorable mention at the Salon des Artistes Français in 1901 and a third-place medal in 1911. The Salon de la Société Nationale des Beaux-Arts and Salon des Tuileries also exhibited his work. A post-impressionist in technique and style, Cosson painted the lives and lifestyles of Parisians at the theatre, ballet, circus and cabaret. Provenance: Private collection – New York Private collection – Paris AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEED Cosson Exhibited his works at: Salon des Artistes Français Société Nationale des Beaux-Arts Salon des Tuileries. Cosson painted both ballet scenes, back stage scenes, café life in Paris, as well as cabaret and circus scenes.
  • Creator:
    Jean-Louis-Marcel Cosson (1878 - 1956, French)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)Width: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Saratoga Springs, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1702552022

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