Curatorial Narrative Andr Gill’s “Glorieux anniversaire du 16 Mai” exemplifies the Surrealist caricature style that emerged in France during the late 19th century. Created in 1878, this lithograph showcases the artist’s mastery of fine brushwork and his ability to distill complex architectural forms into elegant, modernist structures. The work’s subject is a fictional building designed by Gill himself, which he presents as a celebratory tribute to the May 16 anniversary. The atmospheric intent behind “Glorieux anniversaire” is one of lightheartedness and playfulness, conveyed through the delicate interplay between teal, black, white, and pink hues. Upon enlargement to approximately 44×64, the spatial depth and compositional structure take on a life of their own, with the fine brushstrokes creating a sense of intricate texture that rewards close examination. In a luxury interior setting, this lithograph would pair particularly well