Henri Patrice Dillon

Henri Patrice Dillon was an artist active in the field of printmaking and illustration across the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with his documented career spanning the period of 1870 to 1904.

Dillon’s known body of work held in major institutions consists primarily of prints, with eight prints and one book represented in collections. His output includes genre scenes and specific depictions relating to contemporary culture and performance. Notable works include the print The Balloon Seller and multiple versions of The Mandolin Player (Mandoliniste), one of which was featured in the significant publication L'Estampe Originale. Dillon’s engagement with the contemporary scene is further documented by the piece Au théâtre and the specialized item Program for In the Family (En Famille), which was compiled as part of The Beraldi Album of Theatre Programs.

The artist’s importance is established by the inclusion of his works in major American collections, including the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), the National Gallery of Art, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The preservation of these works in such distinguished settings ensures their availability for study. Today, much of the documentation relating to Henri Patrice Dillon’s high-quality prints, particularly those works represented in museum holdings, is widely accessible in the public domain.