Lithograph by Henri Rivière The Enchantment of the Hours - The Rising Storm

This lithograph “The Enchantment of Hours - The Rising Storm” is signed by Henri Rivière and bears a red stamp in the bottom right corner. The work is authentic and old. Regarding its condition, there are ink marks and smudges in the top right and bottom left margins, and the corners are damaged. There are also a few small stains on the lithograph. The lithograph is very fresh in colour; once framed, most of the defects will be less visible. We have taken a maximum of photos of the defects so that you can assess the condition. Sold as presented. Henri Rivière (1864-1951) was a French painter, engraver, and illustrator. He began his career with drawing and then moved to soft-ground etching, specifically aquatint, in 1882. At the same time, he started a career as a director and set designer in 1886 at the shadow theatre of the Chat Noir cabaret, enhancing performances with innovative colour backdrops. He then dedicated himself exclusively to painting and engraving, making a mark in the history of etching, printmaking, wood engraving, lithography, and watercolour (he painted around a thousand watercolours). Our numerous photos allow you to appreciate the quality of this lithograph. For the condition, please refer to the detailed photos. Feel free to zoom in. The photos are an integral part of the description. Dimensions: Height: 68 cm. Width: 30.7 cm. Work. Height: 60 cm. Width: 24 cm. A5369.