What is Les Saltimbanques? Les Saltimbanques is a masterpiece created in 1874 by Gustave Doré. This Oil on canvas is currently housed at the Unknown (Private collection or former location). Use our interactive viewer below to explore community observations and add your own visual notes.

Detailed view of Les Saltimbanques by Gustave Doré at Unknown (Private collection or former location)

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Les Saltimbanques Analysis

Artist: Gustave Doré

Creation Year1874
Art StyleAcademic Realism
MediumOil on canvas
Hosting Museum Unknown (Private collection or former location)
LocationN/A, N/A

About the Artwork

A poignant and tragic depiction of a family of street performers (saltimbanques) mourning the injury or loss of their child.

Common Questions

Where can I see Les Saltimbanques?

This masterpiece is currently on display at the Unknown (Private collection or former location).

What style is Les Saltimbanques?

It is categorized as Academic Realism.

saltimbanques tragedy street performers family loss poverty the circus life

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