French 20th Century

The designation French 20th Century refers to an anonymous artist active primarily during the early 1910s, specifically documented between 1910 and 1919. This French figure specialized in graphic arts and photography, focusing on subjects related to domestic life, portraiture, and urban landscapes typical of the era.

The artist’s known work consists primarily of 11 prints and 4 photographs represented in museum collections, including the National Gallery of Art. The documented output demonstrates a versatile approach to subject matter. Studies include the still life Fruit and Flowers, the genre scene Woman with Umbrella in Garden, and the urban vista Paris at Sunset. Other known works, such as Nude and Chapeau de paille noir garni de plumes, indicate an interest in portraiture and contemporary fashion illustration.

The preservation of these French 20th Century prints within major institutions establishes the artist’s relevance to the study of early 20th-century French graphic arts. Today, many of these historical images are available as high-quality prints, reflecting their status in the public domain and allowing for further study and appreciation of this period of photography and printmaking.