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Les Sylphides – Romantic Nude Lithograph, Étude de la Nature, Paris circa 1840
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Les Sylphides – Romantic Nude Lithograph, Étude de la Nature, Paris circa 1840
This beautifully rendered 19th-century lithograph titled Les Sylphides is part of a series known as Étude de la Nature (Study of Nature), created to celebrate the artistic and idealized human form through classical and romantic aesthetics.
The composition features two young nude women in a serene landscape, one reclining on the grass and the other standing gracefully beside a rock, lightly draped in a translucent cloth. Their postures suggest a moment of peaceful reflection or intimate companionship, set against a lush wooded background with a still lake and distant hills.
The print was lithographed by Charpentier and printed by the renowned firm Bocquet Frères à Metz. It was published by T. Simonet in Paris, Passage Colbert, a known publisher of fine lithographs during the Romantic period. This particular sheet is numbered 13 in the series, suggesting it belonged to a larger portfolio or collection dedicated to anatomical and artistic studies of the female figure in natural settings.
In the 1830s and 1840s, French lithographic artists often explored themes from classical mythology, Arcadian landscapes, and poetic femininity. The word “sylphide” refers to a spirit of the air—delicate, ethereal beings often associated with Romantic ballet and literature. Here, the title metaphorically elevates the figures to something more than earthly, even as the rendering remains grounded in anatomical realism.
Lithography was the ideal medium for such works, allowing for soft gradients, delicate facial expressions, and fine textural effects. This image balances sensuality with classical restraint and was likely intended as both a study for artists and a decorative print for connoisseurs of fine art.
Condition report:
The print is in good condition. The image area is strong and well-preserved. There is light foxing in the margins and a small brown spot above the title. The paper remains untrimmed with a full border and only minor handling wear along the edges.
Framing suggestions:
For best presentation, consider framing this piece in a gold or dark wood frame with a soft ivory or pale grey mat to complement the warm tones and fine detail. UV-protective glass is recommended to preserve the integrity of the paper and print. This work would suit collections focused on academic art, Romanticism, 19th-century female studies, or classical-inspired nude compositions.
- 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 and well-preserved. There is light foxing in the margins and a small brown spot above the title. The paper remains untrimmed with a full border and only minor handling wear along the edges.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-14097-151stDibs: LU3054345470232
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