Le Poilu, Jean Louis Forain, 1914–18
Jean Louis Forain, portraitJean Louis ForainFrench, 1852–1931

Le Poilu

1914–18 · Drawing and Watercolor

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Where is “Le Poilu” now? Collection: Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago. Not on view at present. Checked October 12, 2026.

Art Institute of Chicago

Chicago, United States

It belongs to the collection, but is not on display at present.

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Accession number
1949.1032

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In the life of Jean Louis Forain

The whole life
  1. 1914

    Volunteer at the Front at 62

    He volunteered for the front in the First World War; the decision was prompted by his son's wounding at the front and the bombardment of the cathedral of his native Reims on September 19, 1914. His front-line drawings were published as postcards, including in England.

  2. 1920 · Membership

    Republic of Montmartre

  3. 15 January 1920 · Award

    Officer of the Legion of Honour

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