Georges-William’s work is defined by its painter sensibility — an enduring influence on generations that followed. Most artists are dead; following is a declaration of love.
Pastoral Life of Saint Geneviève (right panel)
Georges-William Thornley (French, 1875-1935) after Pierre Puvis de Chavannes (French, 1824-1898)
Pastoral Life of Saint Geneviève (left panel)
Georges-William Thornley (French, 1857-1935) after Pierre Puvis de Chavannes (French, 1824-1898)
Dancers at the Bar
Georges-William Thornley (French, 1857-1935) after Edgar Degas (French, 1834-1917) printed by Atelier Becquet (French, 19th century) published by Boussod, Valadon, & Company (French, 18th-19th century)
Pastoral Life of Saint Geneviève (center panel)
Legendary Saints of France (center frieze)
Women in a Hat Shop
Before the Ballet Class
Thornley Portfolio Cover
Ballet Class
Ballet Practice
The Jockeys
Dancer Dressing
On the Beach
Singer Waiting
Dancer by the Stove
The Bath
Thérésa Valdon, singing the 'Song of the Dog'
Going on Stage
Getting Out of the Bath