Dive into the vibrant and popular universe of Paris during the Belle Époque with art prints of posters and paintings by Théophile Alexandre Steinlen, a true artist of the people, cabaret, and Montmartre street.
His works, halfway between art and social chronicle, celebrate everyday life, artists, women, and cats, symbols of freedom and urban poetry.
On Artem Legrand, discover a selection of faithful art prints of his posters and lithographs, available as a decorative poster or as a canvas print, perfect for vintage, artistic, and Parisian decor.
The champion of Montmartre and Le Chat Noir
Born in Lausanne in 1859, Théophile Alexandre Steinlen settled in Paris in 1881, in the bustling district of Montmartre, a hub of artistic bohemia.
As a draftsman, painter, and illustrator, he became famous through his posters for cabarets and shows, notably the legendary Le Chat Noir poster, which became a worldwide icon of Art Nouveau.
But behind the charm of cafés and alleys, Steinlen is also a people’s observer, sensitive to poverty and the dignity of workers.
His art, both poetic and committed, combines tenderness, realism, and humanity.
Posters, cats, and Parisian life
The most iconic art prints by Steinlen — Le Chat Noir, Pure Sterilized Milk of Vingeanne, Motocycles Comiot, Cats, The Street — demonstrate his unique talent for capturing movement and the warmth of urban life.
His warm palette, dominated by ochres, reds, and browns, captures the lively and popular atmosphere of Paris in 1900.
His felines, now his signature, symbolize the freedom, mischief, and grace of the Montmartre world.
Steinlen associates the aesthetics of Art Nouveau with a social and human dimension, giving his work a universal reach.
An expressive piece for warm, vintage-inspired decor.
Choosing an art print by Théophile Alexandre Steinlen is inviting the spirit of Belle Époque Paris into your home, between charm, humor, and realism.
His iconic posters and urban scenes blend beautifully with retro, industrial, or contemporary decor.
They bring an artistic, Parisian, and lively touch, perfect for a living room, café, or office with a vintage style.
About Théophile Alexandre Steinlen
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Birth: 1859 in Lausanne, Switzerland
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Death: 1923 in Paris, France
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Movement: Art nouveau, social realism
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Famous works: The Black Cat, Pure Sterilized Milk from Vingeanne, Motocycles Comiot, The Cats, The Street
Théophile Alexandre Steinlen was a people's artist and tender soul, capable of blending decorative art, social engagement, and everyday poetry.
His work, emblematic of bohemian Paris, embodies the creative freedom and human warmth of the Belle Époque.
He remains one of the greatest French illustrators and poster artists, admired for his expressive line and deeply human gaze.
Decorate your walls with the spirit of the Chat Noir.
The art prints by Théophile Alexandre Steinlen available on artemlegrand.com bring to your walls the energy, nostalgia, and charm of old Paris.
They evoke a world of art, music, and freedom, for a vibrant, warm, and characterful decoration.