Léo Fontan (1884-1965) - Au Revoir la Balançoire

Léo Fontan (attributed to) – 'Goodbye the Swing' – Original drawing / gouache – circa 1910–1930

This charming illustration depicts two young ladies playing on a seesaw – cheeky, playful, and with the characteristic French esprit of the Belle Époque. The flowing lines, delicate watercolor and gouache coloring, and lively movement give the piece a unique lightness.

Léo Fontan (1884–1965) was a sought-after French illustrator and draftsman, known for elegant fashion and figure depictions. The present sheet bears his signature at the bottom right and stylistically suggests attribution to his work.