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On ne pense pas à tout – Romantic French Lithograph, Paris circa 1840
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On ne pense pas à tout – Romantic French Lithograph, Paris circa 1840
This charming and slightly mischievous 19th-century lithograph titled *On ne pense pas à tout!* (translated: “One doesn’t think of everything!”) captures a moment of humorous misfortune in a wooded countryside setting. A young woman is shown lifting her skirts slightly to cross a rocky forest path, unaware that a curious onlooker lies hidden in the undergrowth nearby, observing her. Behind her, a gentleman walks away, seemingly unaware of both the scene unfolding behind him and the voyeur’s presence.
The lithograph was drawn by C. Maurand and published in Paris by T. Simonet, Rue Bonaparte, Passage Coëbert. The print was lithographed by Bocquet, Frères à Metz, and is typical of the genre lithography popular in France during the Romantic period. The composition combines elegance with playful satire and is executed with finely modulated tone, attention to natural detail, and expressive postures.
Maurand’s drawing captures the era’s taste for sentimental and narrative scenes, often infused with a sense of social comedy or irony. The image’s visual storytelling is clear and immediate: the setting, expressions, and the title all guide the viewer to understand the humorous predicament. It belongs to a category of 19th-century prints designed for domestic display, often meant to amuse, instruct, or provoke mild scandal.
The lithographic medium, especially in the hands of experienced French printers, allows for lush textures and fine contrasts, evident in the folds of the woman’s clothing, the dappled forest light, and the varied foliage. This print would have appealed to middle-class audiences of the time who enjoyed pictorial scenes with moral or comic overtones.
Condition report:
The print is in good condition. The image area is strong, with fine detail and soft contrast. The sheet shows light foxing, especially in the margins, and some faint marks near the bottom. The paper is full and untrimmed.
Framing suggestions:
This piece pairs well with a simple wood or black lacquer frame. A cream or light beige mat will highlight the forest tones and delicate shading. To preserve the paper and prevent fading, UV-protective glass is recommended. This lithograph is ideal for collectors of Romantic genre scenes, French social satire, or early 19th-century popular prints.
- Dimensions:Height: 20.95 in (53.2 cm)Width: 15.16 in (38.5 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1840
- Condition:The print is in good condition. The image area is strong, with fine detail and soft contrast. The sheet shows light foxing, especially in the margins, and some faint marks near the bottom. The paper is full and untrimmed.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-14097-131stDibs: LU3054345470042
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