Marine à Cannes 1894

About this artwork

verzamelaarsmerk, verso midden, gestempeld: Lugt 2228

Art Historical Context

Eugène Béjot's *Marine à Cannes 1894* (1895) captures the shimmering allure of the French Riviera in a delicate etching measuring 144 × 246 mm. Created during the Belle Époque, when Cannes was blossoming into a glamorous seaside destination for Europe's elite, this print evokes the transient beauty of the Mediterranean coast—likely waves, horizon, and light play that defined the era's fascination with leisure and nature. As a leading figure in the late 19th-century French etching revival, Béjot mastered the intaglio technique, biting acid into a metal plate to produce intricate lines and tonal depths. His style blended precision with atmospheric subtlety, influenced by contemporaries like Whistler and the Société des Aquafortistes. Etchings like this were prized for their affordability and reproducibility, democratizing fine art amid the growing collector market. A collector's mark (Lugt 2228) stamped verso center attests to its provenance from a distinguished European collection, underscoring its enduring appeal. This modest yet evocative work invites visitors to savor the Riviera's timeless charm through B éjot's masterful lens.

About the Artist

Eugène Bejot · 1867–1931

Eugène Béjot (1867–1931) was a distinguished French etcher whose delicate depictions of Paris secured his reputation as one of the finest printmakers of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Born in Paris, Béjot devoted his career to capturing the architectural beauty and atmospheric character of his native city, particularly the Seine River, its bridges, quays, and historic buildings...