Henry Monnier (1857)

Henry Monnier is a biography of the French artist and caricaturist Henry Monnier, written by Eugene De Mirecourt and originally published in 1857. The book provides a detailed account of Monnier's life and career, from his early years as a struggling artist to his eventual success as one of the leading satirical cartoonists of his time.The biography explores Monnier's artistic style and his unique approach to caricature, which often focused on the everyday lives of ordinary people in Paris. Mirecourt also delves into Monnier's personal life, including his relationships with other artists and writers of the time, as well as his struggles with depression and alcoholism.Throughout the book, Mirecourt provides a rich historical context for Monnier's work, discussing the social and political issues of 19th century France that influenced his art. The book is illustrated with numerous examples of Monnier's cartoons and sketches, providing readers with a visual representation of his unique style and wit.Overall, Henry Monnier is a fascinating portrait of one of France's most important satirical artists, offering insight into both his artistic achievements and his personal struggles.Text Is In French.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.