Louis Vivin
1861–1936 · French · 30 artworks
Naïve Art (Primitivism)Detailed architectural renderingFlattened perspectiveSimplified formsBright, clear colorsNaive representation of figures
artist bio
Louis Vivin was a French Naïve artist known for his meticulously detailed cityscapes and architectural paintings, often depicting Paris. His work is characterized by its precise lines, flattened perspective, and a charmingly unsophisticated style, capturing the essence of urban life with a unique and personal vision.
what you'll learn
Studying Vivin's work allows students to explore the principles of Naïve art, focusing on simplified forms, flattened perspective, and the use of meticulous detail to create engaging and accessible compositions. Students can also learn about capturing the essence of a place through art.
related: Henri Rousseau, Andre Bauchant, Camille Bombois
30 artworks
Le Moulin de la Galette
1926
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La main chaude
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Le peintre à Montmartre
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Quai aux fleurs
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Still Life
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L'église St. Desir
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Intérieur d'église
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Le jardin du Luxembourg
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Chasse aux canards
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Le dejeuner sur l'herbe
1925
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Paris, Montmartre: Cirque Medrano
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Le château de Versailles
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Street Market
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Le Château de Saint-Germain
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Cathédrale de Notre Dame
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Venice: Canal Scene with a Bridge
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Le marché
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Place du Theatre (City Square with Red Phone Booth)
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Venice: Canal Scene with a Church
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Le Pont du Rialto
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Paris Montmartre, Cabaret Lapin Agile
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Ville au moulin près du canal en hiver
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The Wedding
1925
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Les Invalides
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Paris, L'Eglise de la Trinité
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Au bord de la rivière en hiver
1930
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Le Consult d'Auvergne et Le Sacre-Couer
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Sacré Coeur
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Florence
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Trois personnages avec un chien
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