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La Descente de la Courtille
Artus Despagne
A vibrant and detailed depiction of a traditional Parisian carnival parade in 1823.
La descente de la Courtille
Charles Nanteuil
1842 · Oil Paint
A vibrant and detailed portrayal of the festive 19th-century Paris Carnival.
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Where it works
A weightier piece with lively force with softened warm notes — holds its place without needing much around it.
- Often works in
- Living Room · Study · Commercial Space
- Placement
- Reads best above substantial furniture or an open wall
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Soft gray, Deep burgundy
About the piece
Painted in 1842 by Charles Nanteuil, this lively oil composition depicts the famous 'Descente de la Courtille,' a celebratory parade through the streets of Paris. The artwork captures a sense of joyful chaos with its masterful blend of historical architecture and spirited figures in costume.
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