"L’Atlantide" (1924)
by Almery Lobel-Riche
French, 1877-1950
Almery Lobel-Riche, born Alméric Joseph Riche, was a French painter, engraver, and illustrator renowned for his depictions of the female form and the elite society of the Belle Époque. His work “Études de Filles [L’Atlantide]” showcases his skill in etching, a medium he frequently employed to capture the sensuality and elegance of his subjects.
The series “Études de Filles” is noted for its intricate detail and the delicate interplay of light and shadow, which Lobel-Riche masterfully used to highlight the grace and poise of the female figures. The title “L’Atlantide” suggests a mythical or lost world, possibly alluding to the lost city of Atlantis, which could be a metaphor for the ephemeral nature of beauty and youth that the artist often explored in his work.
Matte Poster
• Printed with Dye/Pigment Reactive Ink on Archival Matte Paper
• Shipped in Heavy Duty Poster Tube
• Heavy weight (210 gsm), thick base, and an instant-dry coating that resists fingerprints and smudging