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Reluctance of the members of the Institut de France to install Delacroix on one of their
CHT418415 Reluctance of the members of the Institut de France to install Delacroix on one of their chairs for fear his love of colours will stain the seat, 1856-7 (pen, brush & ink on paper) by Cham (Amedee Charles Henri de Noe) (1818-79); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Les membres de l Institut craignant d abimer un de leur fauteuil en y mettant M. Delacroix qui est toujours plein de couleurs; Eugene Delacroix (1798-1863) was elected to the Institut de France in 1857; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
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This print captures a humorous moment in the history of art. Titled "Reluctance of the members of the Institut de France to install Delacroix on one of their chairs for fear his love of colours will stain the seat" it was created by Cham (Amedee Charles Henri de Noe) in 1856-7. The artwork depicts a scene at the Institut de France, where renowned artist Eugene Delacroix has been elected as a member. However, there is an amusing twist to his induction – the members are hesitant to allow him to sit on one of their chairs due to his vibrant and expressive use of colors in his paintings. Cham's pen and ink drawing beautifully captures this lighthearted moment. The exaggerated expressions and gestures add an element of comedy, while also shedding light on society's perception towards artists during that time period. Delacroix, known for his revolutionary approach to color and brushwork, is humorously depicted as someone who is always "full" of colors. This playfully highlights both the admiration and apprehension that some members may have felt towards such artistic freedom. Overall, this artwork offers us a glimpse into historical attitudes towards artistry within prestigious institutions like the Institut de France. It serves as a reminder that even great artists like Delacroix faced resistance or skepticism from traditional establishments due to their innovative techniques or unconventional ideas.
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