College Henri IV and the Lycee Napoleon 1864

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"College Henri IV and the Lycee Napoleon 1864" is an etching by the French artist Charles Méryon (1821–1868), known for his graphic works that often depict the urban landscape of Paris. This particular etching is part of Méryon's famous series "Eaux-fortes sur Paris" (Etchings of Paris), which he worked on during the 1850s and early 1860s. The series is celebrated for its intricate detail, atmospheric effects, and Méryon's unique perspective on the rapidly changing cityscape of Paris during the Second Empire under Napoleon III.

The etching portrays the Collège Henri IV, a renowned secondary school in Paris, originally founded as the Collège de La Marche in the 14th century and renamed after King Henry IV of France in the 19th century. Adjacent to the college is the Lycée Napoléon, known today as Lycée Louis-le-Grand, another prestigious secondary school with a rich history dating back to 1563. Both institutions have been historically linked to the intellectual and educational life of France, boasting a long list of distinguished alumni.

In "College Henri IV and the Lycee Napoleon 1864," Méryon captures the architectural grandeur and the historical significance of these educational institutions. The etching is noted for its technical precision and the artist's sensitivity to the effects of light and shadow, which imbue the scene with a sense of depth and realism. Méryon's work is often characterized by a melancholic and sometimes eerie atmosphere, reflecting his personal struggles and the transformative pressures that Paris faced during his lifetime.

As with many of Méryon's etchings, this work is not only an artistic representation but also a historical document, providing insight into the urban development of Paris before the extensive renovations carried out by Baron Haussmann. "College Henri IV and the Lycee Napoleon 1864" remains an important work within Méryon's oeuvre and continues to be studied for its artistic merit and documentary value.

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