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Sem (georges Goursat, 1863–1934) - Walking On A Roulette Wheel
High Society Scene – 1900s/1930s.
Important panoramic print depicting a lively high society scene, characteristic of the satirical and elegant world of SEM, a major graphic chronicler of Parisian society in the first third of the 20th century.
This work is a vintage phototype, a high-quality photomechanical process widely used for art publishing and prestige publications in the 1900s–1930s.
This process allows for an extremely faithful reproduction of the original line, without any visible halftone, while also permitting large formats. The composition unfolds horizontally like a narrative frieze, depicting a succession of figures from high society—elegant men, dandies, and society women—observed with subtle humor and keen social acumen.
The signature “SEM” appears in the plate, in accordance with the publishing practices of the time. This work comes from a private collection and was given as a direct gift from the artist, according to the provenance provided.
Characteristics:
Artist: SEM (Georges Goursat)
Technique: Vintage phototype (photomechanical print)
Subject: Society scene, social satire
Signature: Signed in the plate
Dimensions:
Height: 45 cm
Width: 135 cm
Condition: Very good overall condition, with a beautiful freshness of line and even preservation of the paper.
Important panoramic print depicting a lively high society scene, characteristic of the satirical and elegant world of SEM, a major graphic chronicler of Parisian society in the first third of the 20th century.
This work is a vintage phototype, a high-quality photomechanical process widely used for art publishing and prestige publications in the 1900s–1930s.
This process allows for an extremely faithful reproduction of the original line, without any visible halftone, while also permitting large formats. The composition unfolds horizontally like a narrative frieze, depicting a succession of figures from high society—elegant men, dandies, and society women—observed with subtle humor and keen social acumen.
The signature “SEM” appears in the plate, in accordance with the publishing practices of the time. This work comes from a private collection and was given as a direct gift from the artist, according to the provenance provided.
Characteristics:
Artist: SEM (Georges Goursat)
Technique: Vintage phototype (photomechanical print)
Subject: Society scene, social satire
Signature: Signed in the plate
Dimensions:
Height: 45 cm
Width: 135 cm
Condition: Very good overall condition, with a beautiful freshness of line and even preservation of the paper.
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