Les amateurs de tableaux à l'hôtel Bouillon, from Tirage Unique de Trente-Six Bois Possibly 1862 - 1920

"Les amateurs de tableaux à l'hôtel Bouillon" is a woodcut by Charles Maurand, depicting a scene at the Hôtel Bouillon in Paris, a popular gathering place for art enthusiasts. The artwork, part of a series of 36 woodcuts, captures a moment of lively discussion as art connoisseurs examine a painting held aloft by a man in the center of the composition. Maurand's skillful use of line and shading creates a sense of movement and dynamism, highlighting the energy and passion of the art-loving crowd. This woodcut serves as a window into the social and cultural life of Parisian art circles in the early 20th century.