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Billet Doux (pen & ink and w / c on paper) (see also 133211)
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Billet Doux (pen & ink and w / c on paper) (see also 133211)
STC133201 Billet Doux (pen & ink and w/c on paper) (see also 133211) by Barbier, Georges (1882-1932); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection
Media ID 25194110
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Adultery Barbier Georges 1882 1932 Chevalier Cuckold Hoop Skirt Lover Message Note Secret Theatrical Love Message Lovers
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This print titled "Billet Doux" by Georges Barbier takes us back to a time of clandestine love affairs and secret messages. The delicate pen and ink, combined with watercolor on paper, bring this scene to life in exquisite detail. In the image, we see a lady dressed in an elaborate hoop skirt, her face hidden behind a fan as she eagerly awaits her lover's message. With bated breath, she clings onto every word written on the billet doux - a small note traditionally used for expressing affection or romantic sentiments. The theatrical nature of this artwork is evident through the presence of a chevalier nearby, suggesting that our lady may be an adulterous wife seeking solace outside her marriage. The tension between secrecy and desire is palpable as these lovers navigate their forbidden romance. Barbier's mastery lies not only in his technical skill but also in his ability to capture complex emotions within each brushstroke. This piece serves as a testament to the power of art to convey human experiences beyond words alone. "Billet Doux" transports us back to early 20th-century France, where passion and longing were often concealed beneath layers of societal expectations. It reminds us that even amidst constraints and moral dilemmas, love can still find its way into hearts yearning for connection.
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