La Caisse de Greve, caricature from the 1st edition of LAssiette au Beurre magazine, Paris 1901
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Theophile Alexandre Steinlen's La Caisse de Greve, caricature from the 1st edition of LAssiette au Beurre magazine, Paris 1901 into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
The 1901 lithograph La Caisse de Grève by Théophile Alexandre Steinlen, published in the radical Parisian journal L’Assiette au Beurre, crackles with the electric tension of class struggle. Steinlen’s signature Art Nouveau-meets-social-realism style transforms the strike fund collection scene into a visual manifesto—haggard workers clutch coins while skeletal bourgeois figures lurk in shadow, their elongated forms and stark black-and-white contrasts heightening the emotional rawness. This masterpiece exemplifies satirical illustration’s golden age, where Steinlen’s compassionate yet biting commentary on inequality (crafted through expressive linework and symbolic exaggeration) influenced generations of political artists. More than historical documentation, it pulses with timeless urgency, its fluid organic lines and distorted perspectives reflecting both the era’s artistic innovations and the seismic societal shifts of pre-WWI Europe.
For impactful display, pair this provocative piece with industrial-chic interiors—exposed brick walls or matte steel frames would amplify its revolutionary spirit. Ideal above a mid-century writing desk or in a minimalist office nook, the 24x30cm original magazine dimensions demand reproduction at near-actual size to preserve the visceral impact of Steinlen’s intricate hatchings. Balance its monochrome intensity with warm walnut shelving or oxblood leather accents, creating dialectical tension between radical aesthetics and refined materials. In corporate spaces, juxtapose it against sleek glass partitions to spark discourse about labor history’s relevance—the artwork thrives where its confrontational energy contrasts with contemporary sophistication. Avoid ornate gold frames; opt for slender oxidized metal borders that honor its working-class ethos while preventing visual distraction from the central narrative drama.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
