{"title":"Albert Belleroche","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"the-boa-mrs-milbank-albert-belleroche","title":"The Boa (Mrs. Milbank) - Albert Belleroche","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined lithographic portrait by Albert Belleroche, capturing Mrs. Milbank in a voluminous fur boa with delicate, expressive line work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlbert Belleroche, a British artist of French descent, produced this lithographic portrait during a period when he was closely associated with the Parisian art scene. Belleroche is recognised for his technical mastery of lithography, a medium he favoured for its ability to capture the spontaneity of drawing while allowing for subtle tonal gradations. In this work, he depicts Mrs. Milbank, a frequent subject of his portraiture, enveloped in a voluminous fur boa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition focuses on the sitter's face, which emerges from the dark, textured mass of the garment. Belleroche employs a fluid, calligraphic line to define the contours of the face and the soft, swirling texture of the fur. The background is kept minimal, consisting of vertical, hatched strokes that provide a sense of depth without distracting from the subject. His approach to light and shadow creates a soft, atmospheric quality, characteristic of his portrait studies from the turn of the century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelleroche's work often reflects the aesthetic sensibilities of the Belle Époque, prioritising elegance and the psychological presence of the sitter. The artist avoids rigid academic structure, opting instead for a more impressionistic handling of form. By using the lithographic stone as a canvas for expressive mark-making, he achieves a balance between the precision of a sketch and the finished quality of a formal portrait. This print demonstrates his ability to render complex textures, such as the dense, layered appearance of the boa, through varied pressure and layering of ink. The result is a study that captures a fleeting moment of poise, typical of his broader body of work which frequently explored the intersection of fashion and portraiture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/untitled-from-poemes-deugenio-montale-gerard-schneider\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eUntitled (from Poèmes d'Eugenio Montale) - Gerard Schneider — Gerard Schneider\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Albert Belleroche","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58668182503759,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58668346540367,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58668346573135,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58668346605903,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58668346638671,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58668346671439,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58668346704207,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58668346736975,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58668346769743,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58668346802511,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58668346835279,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58668346868047,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Boa-Mrs_Poster_CompositorV1_1788517360357.jpg?v=1788517671"},{"product_id":"dolores-smiling-albert-belleroche","title":"Dolores, Smiling - Albert Belleroche","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate lithographic portrait by Albert Belleroche, capturing a subject in a moment of quiet, expressive contemplation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlbert Belleroche was a British artist who spent much of his career in France, where he became a master of the lithographic medium. This portrait of Dolores captures the fluid, expressive potential of lithography, a technique Belleroche favoured for its ability to mimic the spontaneity of charcoal or chalk drawing. The subject is depicted with a gentle, knowing smile, her figure emerging from a dark, atmospheric background that suggests a quiet interior setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelleroche focuses on the play of light across the subject's face and the soft textures of her attire. His use of varied pressure allows for deep, velvety blacks in the shadows, contrasting with the lighter, more delicate marks that define the contours of her features and the folds of her clothing. The composition is balanced, with the subject positioned centrally, her relaxed posture conveying a sense of intimacy. Unlike the rigid portraiture of the Victorian era, this work reflects the more relaxed, observational approach common during the Belle Époque period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a close associate of John Singer Sargent, Belleroche shared an interest in capturing the fleeting character of his sitters. He avoided excessive detail, preferring to suggest form through tonal shifts and gestural marks. This print demonstrates his technical proficiency, showing how he manipulated the lithographic stone to achieve a painterly quality. The work remains a fine example of early twentieth-century portraiture, where the focus shifts from formal representation to the capture of a specific mood or moment in time. The print is presented here with the same attention to tonal range and paper texture found in the original edition, ensuring the subtle nuances of Belleroche's mark-making are preserved for the viewer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/paul-joseph-kiederich-in-his-studio-wilhelm-camphausen\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePaul Joseph Kiederich in His Studio - Wilhelm Camphausen — Wilhelm Camphausen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Albert Belleroche","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58669143753039,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58669267255631,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58669267288399,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58669267321167,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58669267353935,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58669267386703,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58669267419471,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58669267452239,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58669267485007,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58669267517775,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58669267550543,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58669267583311,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Dolores-Smiling_Poster_CompositorV1_1788519835035.jpg?v=1788520242"},{"product_id":"woman-in-a-lace-mantilla-albert-belleroche","title":"Woman in a Lace Mantilla - Albert Belleroche","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate lithographic portrait by Albert Belleroche, capturing a woman in a lace mantilla through soft, atmospheric shading and expressive gestural lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlbert Belleroche was a British artist known for his technical mastery of lithography. This portrait captures a subject draped in a lace mantilla, demonstrating the artist's ability to manipulate charcoal-like textures through the lithographic process. The composition relies on the interplay between light and shadow, with the delicate patterns of the lace emerging from the darker, gestural strokes of the background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelleroche spent much of his career in France, where he associated with figures such as John Singer Sargent and Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. His work often focused on the female form, rendered with a sense of immediacy and fluidity. In this piece, the artist avoids rigid outlines, preferring instead to build the figure through soft, atmospheric shading. The lace mantilla provides a contrast to the smooth rendering of the subject's face, adding a layer of visual texture that draws the eye across the surface of the print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print reflects the aesthetic sensibilities of the early twentieth century, where the focus shifted toward capturing a fleeting mood or a specific quality of light. Belleroche's technique allows for a range of grey tones, from the deep, saturated blacks of the hair and shawl to the pale, almost translucent areas of the skin. This balance creates a sense of depth without relying on traditional perspective. The subject's gaze, partially obscured by the shadow of the mantilla, adds a layer of mystery to the portrait. By prioritising the expressive quality of the line and the tonal range of the medium, Belleroche produces an image that feels both spontaneous and carefully considered. This print is a representative example of his portraiture, showing his technical skill in capturing the softness of fabric and the subtle contours of the human face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/paul-joseph-kiederich-in-his-studio-wilhelm-camphausen\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePaul Joseph Kiederich in His Studio - Wilhelm Camphausen — Wilhelm Camphausen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Albert Belleroche","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58669870514511,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58669947191631,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58669947224399,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58669947257167,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58669947289935,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58669947322703,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58669947355471,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58669947388239,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58669947421007,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58669947453775,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58669947486543,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58669947519311,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Woman-in-a-Lace-Mantilla_Poster_CompositorV1_1788520903724.jpg?v=1788521429"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/collections\/albert-belleroche.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}