Jean Giletta, Nice carnival, late 19th century

 His Majesty of Carnival – Nice, 1896

Details

•Museum-grade fine art reproduction of an original photograph by Jean Giletta

• Printed with pigment inks for enduring vibrancy and tonal depth

• A lively moment from 19th-century France’s most iconic carnival

• Ideal for vintage decor, cultural spaces, or collectors of historical ephemera

About the Artwork

This exuberant image, captured by famed French photographer Jean Giletta, brings to life the grandeur of the 26th Carnaval de Nice around 1896. In the heart of the Côte d'Azur, the spectacle of costumed crowds, towering papier-mâché heads, and a parade float bearing the king of the carnival—“Sa Majesté Carnaval”—embodies the spirit of Belle Époque France. The photograph not only showcases the scale of public celebration but also reflects a society reveling in theatricality, humor, and civic pride at the turn of the century.