Curatorial Narrative In “A cheval sur les principes,” Fernand Louis Gottlob situates himself at the cusp of early 20th-century modernity, marrying the sinuous lines and geometric precision that would come to define Art Deco with a more introspective, contemplative approach. Painted in 1905, this work demonstrates Gottlob’s predilection for exploring the dialectical relationship between figurative representation and abstraction, as evidenced by his fine brushwork and monochromatic palette.As “A cheval sur les principes” is enlarged to its 44×57-inch scale, its chromatic structure asserts a profound spatial rhythm, with deep grayscale tones imbuing the luxury interior environment with an atmosphere of understated elegance. The spatial depth achieved through Gottlob’s use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of three-dimensional volume that would pair well with rich materials such as dark wood or metallic accents, while the geometric precisi