Tannerie sur la Bièvre by Jules Richomme. A 19th-century oil painting depicting laborers at a tannery along the Bièvre river in Paris, with steam rising and stark light hitting tall buildings.

Tannerie sur la Bièvre

Jules Richomme

1892 · Medium Not Listed

A dramatic 19th-century industrial scene of a Parisian tannery, capturing the play of light and shadow along the Bièvre river.

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Where it works

A grounded artwork with confident presence with softened warm notes — brings a composed sense of weight.

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Library · Study · Living Room
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Works well when the wall can carry a broader statement
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Works across brighter and more atmospheric wall tones
Color notes
Charcoal black, Rich brown, Soft gray

About the piece

Painted in 1892 by Jules Richomme, this work provides a vivid glimpse into the industrial past of Paris. It depicts a tannery on the Bièvre river, showcasing the artist's skill in rendering architectural textures and the atmospheric effect of rising steam against the sunlit facades of tall urban buildings.