Pierrot Charcutier
Description
Posée sur un tabouret, une tête de cochon. Devant, Pierrot la contemple, debout, 1 couteau dans la main droite. Au sol, des saucisses (?) sont posées sur un plat circulaire. Sur la droite, on aperçoit la jambe d'une jeune femme en train de s'enfuir (colombine?) Pierrot est le personnage fétiche de Willette, qui se représente souvent sous les traits du Pierrot-noir".
About this work
The artwork titled "Pierrot Charcutier", attributed to Willette Adolphe (1857-1926), is preserved at musée Ziem. Referenced in the Joconde database, this work contributes to the national artistic heritage preserved in labeled museums.
Technique and Materials
This work belongs to the field: dessin. It was created using the following materials and techniques: Encre, plume, papier bistre.
The Conserving Museum
musée Ziem preserves this work in its collections. As a « Musée de France » labeled museum, the institution is committed to preserving and showcasing the pieces entrusted to it.
Data sources
The information about this work comes from the Joconde database of the Ministry of Culture, published on data.gouv.fr under the Open License v2.0 (Etalab).
About this artwork
Pierrot Charcutier, signée Willette Adolphe (1857-1926), est conservée au musée Ziem dans le domaine dessin. Encre, plume, papier bistre est le procédé utilisé pour cette oeuvre. Dimensions de l'oeuvre : 21 × 19,5 cm. Informations complémentaires : Châlons-sur-Marne 1857 ; Paris 1926.
Creation context
Willette Adolphe (1857-1926) conçoit Pierrot Charcutier dans un environnement artistique façonné par la . Cette pièce, conservée au musée Ziem, porte l'empreinte des débats esthétiques et des innovations techniques qui animent alors la scène culturelle. Comprendre ce contexte permet d'apprécier pleinement la portée de l'œuvre.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
The work « Pierrot Charcutier » is held at musée Ziem, an institution labeled as a « Musée de France ». This label guarantees the quality of collection preservation and accessibility to the public.
This artwork is attributed to Willette Adolphe (1857-1926) according to the Joconde database of the Ministry of Culture. Check the artist's profile on DellArte to discover their background, other works, and museums that house their creations.
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