{"title":"Auguste Raffet","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"frontispiece-for-album-lithographique-denis-auguste-marie-raffet","title":"Frontispiece for Album Lithographique - Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed 1837 lithograph by Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet depicting bill-posters at work in Paris, promoting the artist's own collection of lithographic prints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lithographic frontispiece, produced by Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet in 1837, serves as a self-referential advertisement for his own work. The composition depicts a street scene where bill-posters are actively applying advertisements for the 'Album Lithographique' onto a large, central hoarding. Raffet, a master of the lithographic medium, uses this image to document the dissemination of his art within the urban environment of nineteenth-century Paris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene is populated by figures engaged in the manual labour of public advertising. One man stands atop a ladder, smoothing a poster against the wall, while another holds a long pole to reach the upper sections. Two children observe the process from the ground, accompanied by a dog, providing a sense of scale and everyday realism. The central hoarding is covered in text and references to Raffet's other projects, including the 'Siège de la Citadelle d'Anvers'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaffet's technical proficiency is evident in the handling of the lithographic stone. He employs a range of tonal values to create depth, from the dark, textured clothing of the workers to the lighter, weathered surface of the wall. The perspective is carefully managed to draw the viewer's eye toward the central announcement of the album's title and date. This work offers a glimpse into the commercial realities of the print trade during the July Monarchy, where artists relied on public displays to attract subscribers to their serial publications. The inclusion of the publisher's details at the bottom confirms the print's function as a promotional tool for the Gihaut Frères firm. Through this image, Raffet captures the intersection of fine art production and the burgeoning culture of mass-market print distribution in Paris.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/alpine-scene-with-lake-and-figures-alexandre-calame\" 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;\"\u003eAlpine Scene with Lake and Figures - Alexandre Calame — Alexandre Calame\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/general-view-of-the-church-of-saint-gervais-and-saint-protais-at-gisors-richard-parkes-bonington\" 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;\"\u003eGeneral View of the Church of Saint Gervais and Saint Protais at Gisors - Richard Parkes Bonington — Richard Parkes Bonington\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Auguste Raffet","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58493679763791,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58493679829327,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58493679927631,"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":58493679960399,"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":58493680025935,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Frontispiece-for-Album-Lithographique_Poster_CompositorV1_1786411319605.jpg?v=1786947389"},{"product_id":"patriots-of-all-nations-watch-yourselves-denis-auguste-marie-raffet","title":"Patriots of All Nations, Watch Yourselves!! - Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet","description":"\u003cp\u003eA stark 1832 political lithograph by Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet, published in 'La Caricature' to warn against the suppression of political dissent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lithograph, titled 'Patriots of All Nations, Watch Yourselves!!', was published in the French satirical journal 'La Caricature' in 1832. Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet, a draughtsman known for his military subjects and social commentary, produced this work during a period of intense political instability in post-revolutionary France. The image depicts two men suspended from a gallows, their bodies rendered with a stark, sombre realism that contrasts with the distant, ghostly procession of clergy visible in the background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition employs a vertical orientation to emphasise the grim reality of the execution. Raffet uses fine, controlled lines to define the texture of the wooden structure and the slumped forms of the figures. The background, featuring a religious procession, provides a chilling juxtaposition between institutional authority and the fate of the individuals. The title, inscribed at the base, serves as a direct warning to political activists and those challenging the status quo of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a piece of nineteenth-century political satire, the work reflects the anxieties surrounding the July Monarchy and the suppression of dissent. Raffet avoids excessive ornamentation, focusing instead on the gravity of the subject matter. The print captures the tension between the state and the individual, a common theme in the lithographic output of the period. The muted tones and precise linework are characteristic of the medium, which allowed for the rapid dissemination of such provocative imagery to a wider public audience. This print remains a historical document of the social climate in 1830s Paris, offering a glimpse into the visual language of protest and the risks faced by those who opposed the prevailing political order.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/alpine-scene-with-lake-and-figures-alexandre-calame\" 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;\"\u003eAlpine Scene with Lake and Figures - Alexandre Calame — Alexandre Calame\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/general-view-of-the-church-of-saint-gervais-and-saint-protais-at-gisors-richard-parkes-bonington\" 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;\"\u003eGeneral View of the Church of Saint Gervais and Saint Protais at Gisors - Richard Parkes Bonington — Richard Parkes Bonington\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Auguste Raffet","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58501787910479,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58501787976015,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58501788074319,"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":58501788107087,"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":58501788172623,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Patriots-of-All-Nations-Watch-Yourselves-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786412828736.jpg?v=1786947710"},{"product_id":"the-incurables-they-alone-understood-the-revolution-denis-auguste-marie-raffet","title":"The Incurables: They Alone Understood the Revolution - Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet","description":"\u003cp\u003eA biting 1832 political lithograph by Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet, satirising the French political establishment through grotesque caricature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet, titled 'Les Incurables: Eux seuls ont compris la Révolution', appeared in the French satirical journal 'La Caricature' in 1832. Raffet, a draughtsman and printmaker, was known for his sharp observations of military life and social conditions in post-Napoleonic France. This work functions as a biting political commentary on the political class of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition depicts a group of physically disabled or deformed individuals, presented with grotesque exaggeration. By labelling them 'The Incurables' who alone understood the Revolution, Raffet employs irony to suggest that the political establishment of the July Monarchy was as detached from reality as the figures shown. The figures are rendered with a focus on caricature, using distorted proportions and expressive facial features to convey a sense of moral and political decay. The lithographic technique allows for subtle tonal variations, which Raffet uses to define the figures against a sparse, nondescript background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a piece of nineteenth-century social satire, the work reflects the climate of censorship and political unrest that defined the period. Raffet captures the cynicism of the public towards the ruling elite, using the visual language of the grotesque to strip away the veneer of authority. The print is a document of the era's visual culture, where the press used illustration to critique power structures. The artist's ability to combine technical skill with social critique makes this an example of the power of the printed image in shaping public discourse during the 1830s.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/scene-uit-toneelstuk-assepoester-charles-rochussen\" 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;\"\u003eScène uit toneelstuk Assepoester - Charles Rochussen — Charles Rochussen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/two-sketches-of-wildflowers-and-fenceposts-alexandre-calame\" 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;\"\u003eTwo Sketches of Wildflowers and Fenceposts - Alexandre Calame — Alexandre Calame\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Auguste Raffet","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58501831328079,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58501831393615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58501831491919,"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":58501831524687,"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":58501831590223,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Incurables_-They-Alone-Understood-the-Revolution_Poster_CompositorV1_1786413519297.jpg?v=1787008647"},{"product_id":"secourez-la-vivandiere-denis-auguste-marie-raffet","title":"Secourez la vivandière! - Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dramatic lithograph by Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet depicting a battlefield scene where a vivandière calls for aid amidst cavalrymen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDenis-Auguste-Marie Raffet was a French illustrator and lithographer known for his depictions of Napoleonic military life. This print, titled Secourez la vivandière!, captures a chaotic scene on a battlefield. A vivandière, a woman who provided provisions and medical aid to French soldiers, lies on the ground, calling for assistance. Mounted cavalrymen surround her, their horses rearing in the tumult of combat. The composition conveys the urgency and danger inherent in the Napoleonic campaigns, a subject that occupied much of Raffet's career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaffet utilised the lithographic medium to achieve a range of tonal values, from the deep shadows of the smoke-filled sky to the lighter areas on the horses and the fallen figure. His technique allows for a sense of movement and atmosphere, typical of the Romantic interest in the drama of war. The figures are rendered with a focus on the grit and reality of the soldier's experience rather than a sanitised or heroic view. The title, printed below the image, acts as a direct appeal, drawing the viewer into the immediate crisis depicted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work reflects the mid-nineteenth-century fascination with the Napoleonic era, which remained a potent subject in French visual culture long after the Emperor's defeat. Raffet's ability to balance historical detail with emotional intensity made his prints popular among those who sought to commemorate the experiences of the Grande Armée. The print demonstrates his technical skill in managing the lithographic stone to create depth and texture, particularly in the rendering of the horses and the swirling, dark clouds that dominate the upper portion of the frame. It is a stark representation of the human cost of conflict, focusing on the vulnerability of those who followed the army into the field.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/scene-uit-toneelstuk-assepoester-charles-rochussen\" 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;\"\u003eScène uit toneelstuk Assepoester - Charles Rochussen — Charles Rochussen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/two-sketches-of-wildflowers-and-fenceposts-alexandre-calame\" 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;\"\u003eTwo Sketches of Wildflowers and Fenceposts - Alexandre Calame — Alexandre Calame\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Auguste Raffet","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58501948637519,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58501948703055,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58501948801359,"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":58501948834127,"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":58501948899663,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Secourez-la-vivandi-re-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786416412651.jpg?v=1787009862"},{"product_id":"parquet-royal-denis-auguste-marie-raffet","title":"Parquet Royal - Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet","description":"\u003cp\u003eA satirical 1831 lithograph by Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet, critiquing the French judicial system through macabre symbolism and political allegory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lithograph, titled Parquet Royal, appeared in the French satirical journal La Caricature in 1831. Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet, a draughtsman known for his military subjects and social commentary, employs biting satire to critique the French judicial and political climate following the July Revolution. The composition features three figures dressed in the distinctive red robes of the judiciary, positioned against a stark, barren background. The scene is populated with macabre symbols, including human skulls and skeletal figures, which serve to mock the perceived decay and corruption within the legal system of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist uses specific visual markers to denote different historical periods, with dates inscribed below the figures to anchor the critique in the shifting political landscape of early nineteenth-century France. The central figure is shown kneeling, while the others stand in poses of authority, their robes rendered with a deliberate, theatrical weight. The inclusion of a boat in the background, carrying a figure adorned with a fleur-de-lis, adds a layer of royalist symbolism to the narrative. Raffet's line work is precise, typical of the lithographic techniques popularised during this period, allowing for the subtle application of hand-applied colour to the robes and accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a piece of political ephemera, this work provides a window into the tensions of the July Monarchy. The journal La Caricature was a frequent target of censorship, and prints such as this were instrumental in shaping public opinion against the establishment. The print captures the cynical atmosphere of the time, where the law was often viewed as a tool for political manoeuvring rather than an instrument of justice. The stark contrast between the bright red garments and the grim, skeletal surroundings creates a visual tension that reflects the artist's critical perspective on the institutions of his day.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/wilfried-bij-zijn-moeder-charles-rochussen\" 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;\"\u003eWilfried bij zijn moeder - Charles Rochussen — Charles Rochussen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/turkmen-abas-at-kara-tau-taras-shevchenko\" 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;\"\u003eTurkmen Abas at Kara-Tau - Taras Shevchenko — Taras Shevchenko\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Auguste Raffet","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58502026690895,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58502026756431,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58502026854735,"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":58502026887503,"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":58502026953039,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Parquet-Royal_Poster_CompositorV1_1786418054127.jpg?v=1787011096"},{"product_id":"parade-ladies-and-gentlemen-one-need-not-have-the-trifling-18-million-denis-auguste-marie-raffet","title":"Parade: Ladies and Gentlemen, one need not have the trifling 18 million... - Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet","description":"\u003cp\u003eA biting 1834 political lithograph by Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet, published in 'La Caricature', satirising the financial excesses of the July Monarchy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet, titled 'Parade', was published in the satirical journal 'La Caricature' in 1834. Raffet was a prolific French illustrator known for his military subjects and his contributions to the biting political commentary of the July Monarchy. The work depicts a theatrical scene on a makeshift stage, where a barker addresses a crowd, mocking the financial excesses and political instability of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is typical of 19th-century French lithography, utilising a monochromatic palette to focus on the expressive, often grotesque, features of the figures. The central character, dressed in period attire, gestures towards a document labelled 'Liste Civile', a direct reference to the state funds allocated to the monarch. The surrounding figures, including a clergyman and various onlookers, are rendered with the sharp, observational wit that defined Raffet's output. The text below the image provides the punchline, suggesting that one does not need eighteen million to witness the 'best of republics', a sarcastic jab at the perceived corruption of the government.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaffet's technique demonstrates a mastery of the lithographic stone, employing varied pressure to create depth and texture within the crowd and the stage structure. The work functions as a historical document of the social tensions in Paris during the 1830s, capturing the public cynicism towards the ruling class. By presenting the political scene as a carnival sideshow, Raffet strips away the dignity of the authorities, reducing them to performers in a farce. This print offers a glimpse into the visual culture of the period, where the press served as a primary vehicle for dissent and public debate. It remains a fine example of the satirical tradition that flourished in France during the nineteenth century.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/landscape-number-13-alexandre-calame\" 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;\"\u003eLandscape Number 13 - Alexandre Calame — Alexandre Calame\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/naar-aanleiding-van-de-dood-van-jacob-maris-marius-bauer\" 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;\"\u003eNaar aanleiding van de dood van Jacob Maris - Marius Bauer — Marius Bauer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Auguste Raffet","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58502028067151,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58502028132687,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58502028230991,"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":58502028263759,"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":58502028329295,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Parade_-Ladies-and-Gentlemen-one-need-not-have-the-trifling-18-million.._Poster_CompositorV1_1786418212550.jpg?v=1787011112"},{"product_id":"lamour-conjugal-denis-auguste-marie-raffet","title":"L'Amour Conjugal - Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet","description":"\u003cp\u003eA satirical 1830 lithograph by Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet depicting a chaotic domestic scene with expressive character work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDenis-Auguste-Marie Raffet, a draughtsman and lithographer, produced this work in 1830. The print, titled L'Amour Conjugal, captures a chaotic domestic scene rendered with the expressive line work characteristic of early nineteenth-century French lithography. Raffet, a student of Nicolas-Toussaint Charlet, often focused on military subjects, yet this piece demonstrates his ability to engage with social satire and the domestic sphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition depicts a man in a state of visible distress, standing in the centre of a room while surrounded by family members and domestic clutter. A woman gestures towards him, while a child and other figures occupy the periphery. The artist employs a range of tonal values, from the deep shadows near the fireplace to the lighter areas defining the figures. The presence of a dog and various household objects adds to the sense of disorder. The work includes a handwritten approval note in the margin, dated 27 April 1830, which provides a specific temporal anchor for the print's production and censorship history during the Bourbon Restoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaffet's technique relies on the fluid potential of the lithographic stone, allowing for a sketch-like quality that captures movement and emotion. The figures are animated, their postures conveying a sense of frantic energy. This print offers a glimpse into the popular visual culture of Paris in the 1830s, where lithography served as a primary medium for both political commentary and social observation. The work remains a clear example of the technical proficiency achieved by French printmakers of the period, who utilised the medium to disseminate narrative scenes to a wider public audience. The print is preserved in various institutional collections, documenting the artist's contribution to the graphic arts of the era.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/landscape-number-13-alexandre-calame\" 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;\"\u003eLandscape Number 13 - Alexandre Calame — Alexandre Calame\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/schetsen-van-een-reis-naar-spanje-puerta-del-sol-te-madrid-john-frederick-lewis\" 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;\"\u003eSchetsen van een reis naar Spanje: Puerta del Sol, te Madrid - John Frederick Lewis — John Frederick Lewis\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Auguste Raffet","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58502118113615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58502118179151,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58502118277455,"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":58502118310223,"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":58502118375759,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/L-Amour-Conjugal_Poster_CompositorV1_1786419845302.jpg?v=1787012018"},{"product_id":"well-civilize-these-fellows-denis-auguste-marie-raffet","title":"We'll Civilize These Fellows - Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet","description":"\u003cp\u003eA satirical lithograph by Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet, depicting the power dynamics between French colonial soldiers and local porters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet captures a moment of colonial irony, typical of the artist's engagement with military life and the expansionist politics of nineteenth-century France. Raffet, a draughtsman and printmaker, gained recognition for his depictions of the Napoleonic era and the realities of military service. In this composition, two French soldiers in uniform stand in the foreground, gesturing towards local porters who carry their heavy equipment. The title, inscribed below the image, provides a biting commentary on the rhetoric of the civilising mission often used to justify colonial presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaffet employs a precise, descriptive line quality characteristic of the lithographic medium. The figures are rendered with attention to the contrast between the structured, rigid uniforms of the soldiers and the more fluid, naturalistic appearance of the porters. The background suggests a broader military encampment, with rows of soldiers visible in the distance, creating a sense of scale and occupation. The composition is balanced, placing the interaction between the two groups at the centre of the viewer's attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a piece of visual satire, the work reflects the social and political climate of the July Monarchy. Raffet does not shy away from the stark power dynamics inherent in the scene. The soldiers appear detached and authoritative, while the porters are depicted in a state of physical labour. This print serves as a historical document of the period's attitudes towards empire and the military. It is a fine example of how nineteenth-century print culture functioned as a medium for social critique, using the accessibility of lithography to reach a wider audience. The work remains a subject of interest for those studying the intersection of art, military history, and colonial discourse in France.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/lion-devouring-an-arab-horse-eugene-delacroix\" 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;\"\u003eLion devouring an Arab horse - Eugène Delacroix — Eugène Delacroix\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/vue-generale-de-leglise-de-labbaye-de-tournus-richard-parkes-bonington\" 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;\"\u003eVue générale de l'église de l'Abbaye de Tournus - Richard Parkes Bonington — Richard Parkes Bonington\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Auguste Raffet","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58502123782479,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58502123848015,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58502123946319,"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":58502123979087,"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":58502124044623,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/We-ll-Civilize-These-Fellows_Poster_CompositorV1_1786420444590.jpg?v=1787012164"},{"product_id":"le-dessert-denis-auguste-marie-raffet","title":"Le Dessert - Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed nineteenth-century lithograph depicting a domestic dining scene, capturing a moment of family interaction with technical precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet captures a domestic scene typical of nineteenth-century French social observation. The composition centres on a family gathering around a dining table, with the final course of a meal in progress. Raffet, known for his technical proficiency in lithography, employs a range of tonal values to define the interior space, from the shadowed doorway on the left to the soft light filtering through the window curtains at the rear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe narrative focus rests on a young child entering the room from the left, gesturing towards the seated adults. The inclusion of text beneath the image provides context for the scene, framing the child as the subject of conversation among the diners. The figures are rendered with attention to period costume and posture, reflecting the social conventions of the era. A small dog rests on the floor near the table, adding a touch of informal realism to the setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaffet often produced works that commented on contemporary life, moving beyond his better-known military subjects to explore the nuances of civilian existence. The use of lithography allowed for a fluid, sketch-like quality that captures the spontaneity of the moment. The cross-hatching and stippling techniques create depth within the room, ensuring that the viewer can distinguish between the foreground figures and the background elements. This print offers a glimpse into the private sphere of the period, documenting the interactions and atmosphere of a bourgeois household. The work remains a clear example of the artist's ability to balance technical precision with a narrative sensibility, providing a window into the social fabric of early nineteenth-century France.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/lion-devouring-an-arab-horse-eugene-delacroix\" 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;\"\u003eLion devouring an Arab horse - Eugène Delacroix — Eugène Delacroix\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/vue-generale-de-leglise-de-labbaye-de-tournus-richard-parkes-bonington\" 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;\"\u003eVue générale de l'église de l'Abbaye de Tournus - Richard Parkes Bonington — Richard Parkes Bonington\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Auguste Raffet","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58502149341519,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58502149407055,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58502149505359,"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":58502149538127,"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":58502149603663,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Le-Dessert_Poster_CompositorV1_1786420565745.jpg?v=1787012364"},{"product_id":"attack-the-enemy-boldly-with-the-bayonet-denis-auguste-marie-raffet","title":"Attack the Enemy Boldly, with the Bayonet - Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed lithograph by Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet depicting French infantry preparing for a bayonet charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet captures a moment of intense military preparation. Raffet, a draughtsman known for his depictions of the Napoleonic era, focuses here on the infantry. The composition centres on a group of soldiers, their bayonets fixed, awaiting the command to advance. A mounted officer gestures forward, providing a clear focal point for the viewer. The scene is rendered with the precision characteristic of nineteenth-century lithography, using varied line weights to define the textures of uniforms, the metallic sheen of weaponry, and the foliage of the surrounding trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaffet often produced works that reflected the collective memory of the French army. His approach avoids the static nature of formal portraiture, opting instead for a sense of immediate action. The title, inscribed at the base of the print, translates to the direct order: 'Attack the enemy boldly, with the bayonet.' This instruction serves as the narrative core of the image. The soldiers are depicted in a state of readiness, their postures conveying the tension of the impending charge. The background remains somewhat obscured, allowing the viewer to concentrate on the figures in the foreground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, the work demonstrates the capabilities of the lithographic process in the hands of a skilled artist. Raffet uses cross-hatching and tonal washes to create depth and shadow, particularly in the darker areas of the soldiers' coats and the shaded ground. The print is part of a broader body of work documenting military life, which helped shape the visual identity of the period. It is a study in discipline and movement, presented with a focus on the realities of the battlefield. The print remains a clear example of how historical events were translated into popular imagery for a nineteenth-century audience.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/lion-devouring-an-arab-horse-eugene-delacroix\" 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;\"\u003eLion devouring an Arab horse - Eugène Delacroix — Eugène Delacroix\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/vue-generale-de-leglise-de-labbaye-de-tournus-richard-parkes-bonington\" 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;\"\u003eVue générale de l'église de l'Abbaye de Tournus - Richard Parkes Bonington — Richard Parkes Bonington\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Auguste Raffet","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58502160351567,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58502160417103,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58502160515407,"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":58502160548175,"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":58502160613711,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Attack-the-Enemy-Boldly-with-the-Bayonet_Poster_CompositorV1_1786420828027.jpg?v=1787012667"},{"product_id":"o-hussard-tes-pieges-sont-connus-denis-auguste-marie-raffet","title":"Ô ! Hussard ! Tes pièges sont connus - Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed lithograph by Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet depicting a hussar escorting a cart of women through a rural landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet captures a moment of social interaction between a military figure and civilians. Raffet, a draughtsman and printmaker, gained recognition for his depictions of the Napoleonic era and French military life. His work often balances the grandeur of historical subjects with the mundane realities of soldiers on the move.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition features a hussar on horseback leading a horse-drawn cart occupied by three women. The scene is set in a rural environment, with a windmill visible in the distance. The artist employs a delicate range of grey tones, characteristic of the lithographic process, to define the textures of the horses' coats, the fabric of the uniforms, and the atmospheric quality of the sky. The title, inscribed at the base, adds a narrative layer to the image, suggesting a playful or knowing exchange between the soldier and the passengers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaffet was a student of Nicolas-Toussaint Charlet and became a prolific contributor to the visual culture of the July Monarchy. His technical proficiency in lithography allowed him to produce works that were widely circulated and appreciated for their observational quality. This print reflects his ability to render human figures with character and precision, providing a glimpse into the social dynamics of the period. The work remains a representative example of nineteenth-century French printmaking, where military themes were frequently explored through both heroic and anecdotal lenses.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/sketches-of-an-arcade-a-bridge-mossy-rocks-and-a-fence-alexandre-calame\" 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;\"\u003eSketches of an Arcade, a Bridge, Mossy Rocks, and a Fence - Alexandre Calame — Alexandre Calame\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/architectural-remains-and-fragments-rouen-fontaine-de-la-crosse-richard-parkes-bonington\" 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;\"\u003eArchitectural Remains and Fragments: Rouen - Fontaine de la Crosse - Richard Parkes Bonington — Richard Parkes Bonington\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Auguste Raffet","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58502198919503,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58502198985039,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58502199083343,"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":58502199116111,"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":58502199181647,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Hussard-Tes-pi-ges-sont-connus_Poster_CompositorV1_1786421434739.jpg?v=1787013216"},{"product_id":"the-night-review-denis-auguste-marie-raffet","title":"The Night Review - Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet","description":"\u003cp\u003eA haunting 1836 lithograph by Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet depicting the spectral midnight review of Napoleon and his phantom army.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Night Review, or La Revue nocturne, is a lithograph by Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet, created in 1836. The work depicts a spectral scene inspired by the poem of the same name by Joseph Christian von Zedlitz. It captures the legend of Napoleon Bonaparte rising from his grave at midnight to inspect his phantom army on the Champs-Élysées.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaffet, a master of lithography, employs a monochromatic palette to evoke a sense of the supernatural. The composition is dominated by a hazy, ethereal atmosphere, where the ghostly soldiers emerge from the mist. Napoleon is positioned in the distance, mounted on his horse, observing the spectral procession. The foreground features a mounted officer, rendered with sharp detail, contrasting with the blurred, indistinct forms of the troops behind him. The moon hangs low in the sky, casting a pale light over the scene and adding to the eerie quality of the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print reflects the Napoleonic cult that permeated French culture during the July Monarchy. Raffet was known for his ability to capture the spirit of the Napoleonic era through his military subjects. His technical skill in lithography allowed for subtle gradations of tone, which he used to create depth and movement within the frame. The work is a fine example of the Romantic fascination with the macabre and the heroic, blending historical memory with folklore. The inclusion of the text at the bottom provides context, linking the visual narrative to the literary source material. This piece remains a significant example of 19th-century French printmaking, demonstrating the artist's command over light and shadow to convey a narrative of haunting grandeur.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/sketches-of-an-arcade-a-bridge-mossy-rocks-and-a-fence-alexandre-calame\" 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;\"\u003eSketches of an Arcade, a Bridge, Mossy Rocks, and a Fence - Alexandre Calame — Alexandre Calame\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/architectural-remains-and-fragments-rouen-fontaine-de-la-crosse-richard-parkes-bonington\" 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;\"\u003eArchitectural Remains and Fragments: Rouen - Fontaine de la Crosse - Richard Parkes Bonington — Richard Parkes Bonington\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Auguste Raffet","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58502228246863,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58502228312399,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58502228410703,"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":58502228443471,"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":58502228509007,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Night-Review_Poster_CompositorV1_1786421884605.jpg?v=1787013557"},{"product_id":"italie-1796-denis-auguste-marie-raffet","title":"Italie, 1796 - Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet","description":"\u003cp\u003eA detailed lithograph by Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet depicting Napoleon Bonaparte with his soldiers during the Italian campaign of 1796.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet depicts a scene from the Napoleonic Wars, specifically the Italian campaign of 1796. Raffet was a specialist in military subjects, known for his ability to capture the atmosphere of the battlefield through the medium of lithography. The composition centres on a young Napoleon Bonaparte, standing in a contemplative posture before a campfire. He is surrounded by his soldiers, some of whom are resting on the ground, while others gather warmth from the flames. The artist employs a range of tonal values to create a sense of depth and shadow, typical of the Romantic interest in the solitary leader and the harsh realities of military life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaffet often focused on the human element of the Napoleonic legend, moving away from the grand, heroic depictions favoured by earlier painters. Instead, he presents a more grounded view of the campaign, where the exhaustion of the troops is as visible as the ambition of their commander. The smoke and the dim light of the fire provide a moody backdrop, suggesting the cold and uncertainty of a night spent in the field. This print reflects the mid-nineteenth-century fascination with the Napoleonic era, a period that continued to shape French national identity long after the Emperor's fall. The technical execution demonstrates Raffet's mastery of the lithographic stone, using fine hatching and soft washes to build the texture of the uniforms and the rugged terrain. It is a work that balances historical narrative with a keen eye for the atmospheric conditions of the scene, offering a glimpse into the life of the Grande Armée during its formative years.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/sketches-of-an-arcade-a-bridge-mossy-rocks-and-a-fence-alexandre-calame\" 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;\"\u003eSketches of an Arcade, a Bridge, Mossy Rocks, and a Fence - Alexandre Calame — Alexandre Calame\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/architectural-remains-and-fragments-rouen-fontaine-de-la-crosse-richard-parkes-bonington\" 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;\"\u003eArchitectural Remains and Fragments: Rouen - Fontaine de la Crosse - Richard Parkes Bonington — Richard Parkes Bonington\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Auguste Raffet","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58502251708751,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58502251774287,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58502251872591,"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":58502251905359,"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":58502251970895,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Italie-1796_Poster_CompositorV1_1786422364517.jpg?v=1787014026"},{"product_id":"pare-celle-la-matin-denis-auguste-marie-raffet","title":"Pare celle la matin - Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dynamic lithograph by Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet depicting a chaotic Napoleonic-era skirmish in a wooded setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet, titled Pare celle la matin, captures a chaotic moment of Napoleonic combat. Raffet was a prolific French artist known for his depictions of military life, particularly the soldiers of the First Empire. His work often focused on the visceral reality of the battlefield, moving away from the idealised heroism found in earlier academic painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition depicts a skirmish in a wooded area. A mounted soldier engages an infantryman, while others are caught in the fray. Raffet uses a loose, energetic line to convey the movement of the horses and the tension of the soldiers. The shading is achieved through varied lithographic marks, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere within the dense foliage. The scene is marked with the official approval stamp of the period, indicating its circulation as a print for the public.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaffet's approach to military subjects was informed by his own observations and a deep interest in the history of the French army. He avoided overly polished finishes, preferring a sketch-like quality that suggests the immediacy of the event. This print is a clear example of his ability to balance historical narrative with the technical demands of lithography. The work reflects the popular interest in Napoleonic themes that persisted in France during the early nineteenth century. By focusing on the individual soldier rather than the grand strategy of generals, Raffet provided a view of conflict that felt grounded and human. The print remains a record of the technical skill required to produce mass-market imagery during this era, demonstrating how lithography allowed artists to disseminate their work to a wider audience beyond the traditional gallery space.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/sketches-of-an-arcade-a-bridge-mossy-rocks-and-a-fence-alexandre-calame\" 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;\"\u003eSketches of an Arcade, a Bridge, Mossy Rocks, and a Fence - Alexandre Calame — Alexandre Calame\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/architectural-remains-and-fragments-rouen-fontaine-de-la-crosse-richard-parkes-bonington\" 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;\"\u003eArchitectural Remains and Fragments: Rouen - Fontaine de la Crosse - Richard Parkes Bonington — Richard Parkes Bonington\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Auguste Raffet","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58502305907023,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58502305972559,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58502306070863,"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":58502306103631,"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":58502306169167,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Pare-celle-la-matin_Poster_CompositorV1_1786423084611.jpg?v=1787014398"},{"product_id":"watch-yourself-my-buffoon-friend-the-devil-is-finer-than-you-denis-auguste-marie-raffet","title":"Watch yourself, my buffoon friend!!!!... The devil is finer than you... - Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet","description":"\u003cp\u003eA satirical 1831 lithograph by Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet, critiquing the political climate and complacency of the July Monarchy in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lithograph by Denis-Auguste-Marie Raffet appeared in the French satirical journal La Caricature in 1831. The work functions as a biting political commentary on the July Monarchy, a period marked by social unrest and shifting allegiances in post-revolutionary France. Raffet, known for his technical skill in lithography, employs a sharp, observational style to critique the political theatre of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition centres on a figure seated in a large chair, which is emblazoned with the words 'Contentement Général' (General Contentment). This serves as a satirical jab at the perceived complacency of the ruling class. The surrounding figures, dressed in period attire, engage in a tense exchange. The title, inscribed at the bottom, warns a 'buffoon' that the devil possesses more cunning than the participants themselves. This reflects the cynical atmosphere of Parisian political circles during the early 1830s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaffet uses fine, hatched lines to define the textures of the clothing and the weight of the furniture. The scene is staged like a theatrical performance, emphasising the performative nature of political power. By placing the figures on a raised platform, the artist draws attention to the artifice involved in maintaining public order. The print captures the specific visual language of 19th-century French satire, where subtle gestures and symbolic props convey complex political messages to an informed readership. As a historical document, the piece provides insight into the methods used by artists to navigate censorship and express dissent through the medium of the popular press. The work remains a clear example of how lithography allowed for the rapid dissemination of critical imagery during a period of significant political transition.\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=\"\/en-nz\/products\/sketches-of-an-arcade-a-bridge-mossy-rocks-and-a-fence-alexandre-calame\" 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;\"\u003eSketches of an Arcade, a Bridge, Mossy Rocks, and a Fence - Alexandre Calame — Alexandre Calame\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/edinburgh-from-st-anthony-chapel-richard-parkes-bonington\" 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;\"\u003eEdinburgh from St. Anthony Chapel - Richard Parkes Bonington — Richard Parkes Bonington\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Auguste Raffet","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58502446481743,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58502446547279,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58502446645583,"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":58502446678351,"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":58502446743887,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Watch-yourself-my-buffoon-friend-...-The-devil-is-finer-than-you.._Poster_CompositorV1_1786422607882.jpg?v=1787016118"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/en-nz\/collections\/auguste-raffet.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}