oil paint
Place de Grève and Fireworks Decorations, Paris
Nicolas-Jean-Baptiste Raguenet
An intricate 1754 oil painting by Nicolas-Jean-Baptiste Raguenet capturing the vibrant atmosphere of Paris's historic Place de Grève.
La Joute des Mariniers
Nicolas-Jean-Baptiste Raguenet
1756 · Medium Not Listed
A lively and detailed 18th-century portrayal of a water jousting festival on the Seine, set against the iconic architecture of historic Paris.
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Where it works
A moderate artwork with a brighter pulse with cool gray restraint — sits comfortably in a more formal setting.
- Often works in
- Dining Room · Living Room · Office
- Placement
- Works well as a measured horizontal anchor
- Walls
- Best with clear wall contrast
- Color notes
- Soft gray, Soft white, Charcoal black
About the piece
Painted in 1756 by Nicolas-Jean-Baptiste Raguenet, this masterpiece depicts the 'joute des mariniers'—a traditional water jousting competition—taking place between the Pont Notre-Dame and the Pont au Change. The work offers a fascinating glimpse into pre-revolutionary Paris, capturing the dense architecture of the bridges and the vibrant energy of the spectators crowded along the riverbanks.
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