A Painter of Dreams: Xavier Sager Xavier Sager (1881 – 1969) emerged from the Belle Époque Parisian art scene as a singular illustrator and painter, leaving an indelible mark on both visual culture and artistic discourse. While overshadowed by more celebrated contemporaries, Sager’s prolific output—spanning postcards, musical scores, calendars, and canvases—offers a fascinating glimpse into the anxieties and aspirations of his era, underpinned by a distinctive stylistic vision that blended observation with fantastical imagination. Early Life & Artistic Formation Born in Nice, France, Sager…