Moulin Rouge
Print (Lithograph or Serigraph) on paper • Michel Delacroix (French, b. 1933)
Style & Movement
Naïve Art / Primitivism (Modern Naïve style, often described as 'Paris School')
Medium & Technique
Color lithography or silk screen (serigraph) printing on heavy wove paper, likely produced in a limited edition.
Creation Period
Late 20th Century (circa 1980s-1990s)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 20 x 24 inches for the image area; Landscape format.
Subject Description
A nostalgic, nocturnal scene of the Moulin Rouge cabaret in Paris during the Belle Époque. The composition features the iconic red windmill, vintage automobiles, horse-drawn carriages, and figures in late 19th-century attire under a stylized crescent moon. The imagery evokes a sentimental, idealized version of pre-war Paris.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; the print appears well-preserved within its frame with no visible foxing, water damage, or significant fading of pigments.
Estimated Market Value
$500 - $1,200 (varying based on edition number and whether it is a hand-signed lithograph)
Auction Estimate
$300 - $700
Provenance History
Unknown; likely acquired via a commercial gallery or art retailer specialising in modern French prints. Visible pencil signature 'Michel Delacroix' in the lower right margin.
Art Historical Significance
Michel Delacroix is a leading figure in contemporary Naïve art. His work is significant for its preservation of Parisian cultural memory and its widespread popularity in both Europe and the United States. This piece is representative of his 'Le Vieux Paris' (Old Paris) series.
Notable Features
Features the artist's characteristic flat perspective and vibrant primary colors. The print is hand-signed in graphite in the lower right margin and appears to have an edition note in the lower left.
Condition Issues
Possible minor toning of the paper typical of age; slight undulation of paper under the matte (cockling) could be present if not professionally mounted.
Conservation Recommendations
Ensure the work is mounted using acid-free materials and UV-protective glass to prevent long-term color degradation. Keep away from direct sunlight.