Bilder Frank Will (1900–1951) – View of Notre Dame and the Seine River, Paris, France – Offset print (20th Century)

Beskrivning

This print depicts a dramatic view of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, situated on the Île de la Cité, seen from the banks of the Seine River. The composition is characterized by a sweeping, cloudy sky rendered in atmospheric grays and blues, contrasting with the dark spire of the Gothic cathedral. The foreground includes the busy commercial waterfront, featuring barges, cranes, and bundled goods along the quayside, providing a record of the industrial side of the famous Parisian landmark.

Frank Will (né Frank William) was a French painter and watercolorist of the 20th century, best known for his atmospheric and impressionistic cityscapes of Paris. His work often focused on the architecture of the city, capturing key landmarks like Notre Dame and the Moulin Rouge, often rendered in muted tones under expressive, cloudy skies. Will's popular Parisian scenes and watercolors were widely reproduced throughout the mid-20th century.

Artist or Maker: Frank Will

Dimensions: Approximately 40 cm x 59 cm

Medium: Offset print

Date: 20th Century

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