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.
Le Cabaret l'Image Notre-Dame, Place de Grève
Nicolas-Jean-Baptiste Raguenet
1751 · Medium Not Listed
A charming 18th-century cityscape capturing the bustling atmosphere of historic Paris.
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Where it works
A balanced artwork with steady presence with softened warm notes — asks little of the space around it.
- Often works in
- Living Room · Study · Office
- Placement
- Strong for entryways, narrow walls, and vertical placements
- Walls
- Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
- Color notes
- Olive green, Rich brown, Soft gray
About the piece
Painted in 1751 by Nicolas-Jean-Baptiste Raguenet, this detailed work provides a window into the urban life of Enlightenment-era Paris. The scene centers on the 'l'Image Notre-Dame' cabaret, surrounded by characteristic tall architecture and life in the Place de Grève, complete with horse-drawn carriages and figures in period attire.
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