Young Woman at the Madeleine Flower Market

Biography of Victor Guerrier ( 1893-1968, French )

Victor Guerrier was a distinguished French painter, born in Lyon. Beginning his career as an illustrator, Guerrier rose to prominence for his evocative paintings that captured the vibrant essence of the Belle Époque and the glamorous Parisian high society of the 1920s and 1930s. His works often depicted the lively atmosphere of Montmartre nightclubs and the elegant cafés along the Champs-Élysées, offering a window into the sophistication and allure of the era.

Guerrier’s artistic style was deeply influenced by the masterful works of Édouard Manet and Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, whose bold compositions and keen observations of social life resonated in his own creations. Through his art, Guerrier immortalized the charm and dynamism of Parisian culture, leaving a lasting legacy as a chronicler of its golden age.

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