Gallery Edition – Costumes, meubles et objets divers by Auguste Racinet – 44×49 Interior Architectural Study

Curatorial Narrative In “Costumes, meubles et objets divers,” Auguste Racinet’s meticulous rendering of architectural elements, furnishings, and decorative objects constitutes a seminal work within the neoclassical tradition. Executed between 1876 and 1888, this piece embodies the era’s fascination with antiquity and its concurrent pursuit of modernity. Through his linear brushwork, Racinet achieves a level of precision that is at once redolent of technical drawing and evocative of the subtle play of light on intricately carved surfaces. The predominantly sepia-toned palette, far from being a nostalgic nod to the past, instead serves to underscore the timelessness of these ornate forms, imbuing them with an air of quiet solemnity.When enlarged to 44×49 inches, the chromatic structure of “Costumes, meubles et objets divers” assumes a spatial rhythm that resonates profoundly within a luxury interior environment. The monochromatic pale