Eugene Galien-Laloue

Eugène Galien-Laloue, born December 11, 1854 in Paris, was a French artist best known for his depictions of Parisian life, his lively street scenes, and his ability to capture the atmosphere of the Belle Époque. His artworks are a window into late 19th and early 20th century Paris, a time of cultural flourishing and urban change. Galien-Laloue studied at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris and began his career as an illustrator for newspapers and magazines before turning to painting.

Galien-Laloue was a master of gouache, a technique that allowed him to achieve bright colors and fine details in his works. He had a particular talent for depicting the different seasons and weather conditions in his city scenes, from snowy winter days to sunny spring mornings. Despite his success and popularity, Galien-Laloue led a reclusive life and avoided publicity. He often sold his works under various pseudonyms, including J. Lievin, E. Galiany and L. Dupuy, which made it difficult to attribute his works to his name.

Interesting fact:

One of Galien-Laloue's most fascinating peculiarities was his penchant for working under various pseudonyms. This practice was not only a means of avoiding exclusive contracts with galleries, but also allowed him to experiment in different styles and show his versatility as an artist. It is estimated that he has used up to 10 different pseudonyms throughout his career.

Important works of art & images by Eugène Galien-Laloue:

1. "La Place de la République" (1900)
2. "Le Boulevard Saint-Martin" (1896)
3. "La Madeleine sous la neige" (1898)
4. "Le Quai des Grands Augustins" (1903)
5. "Marché aux fleurs" (1900)
6. "L'Arc de Triomphe" (1905)
7. "Le Pont Neuf" (1910)
8. "Les Grands Boulevards" (1907)
9. "Place de la Concorde sous la neige" (1899)
10. "Le Moulin Rouge" (1900)