The chair factory at Alfortville

The chair factory at Alfortville by Henri Rousseau
Artist
Henri Rousseau
Date
c.1897
Style
Naïve art
Genre
Cityscape
Location
Musée de l'Orangerie
"The chair factory at Alfortville" is an exceptional painting, depicting a unique blend of Cityscape and industrial scenery. Painted using oil on a sturdy canvas, the artist illustrates robust shapes and saturated colors that echo the style of Naïve art (primitivism). This aesthetic choice delivers an intriguing contrast between the harsh reality of industrial life and the innocence typically associated with primitive art. The work serves as a critical commentary on the industrialization of Alfortville, demonstrating the significant transformation of the cityscape.

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