Artwork
Folder for Frontispiece of Elles
Folder for Frontispiece of Elles is a print by the Impressionist artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. It dates from 1896 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1925.1204.12
- Credit line
- Gift of Ralph King
About this work
Overview
This print is a folder design for the frontispiece of the portfolio 'Elles', created by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec in 1896. It showcases the artist's characteristic style and thematic interests.
Subject & Meaning
The design features a winged woman in a long dress beside a top hat and discarded clothing, set against a cluttered background. The image is accompanied by the title 'ELLES' and a small logo, suggesting a connection to the themes explored in the portfolio.
Technique & Style
Toulouse-Lautrec employed rapid, sketchy lines to create the image, resulting in a rough, unfinished appearance. This aesthetic was typical of posters and illustrations from the late 19th century, reflecting the artist's engagement with contemporary visual culture.
Artist & collection
Artist
Comte Henri Marie Raymond de Toulouse-Lautrec-Montfa (24 November 1864 – 9 September 1901), known as Toulouse-Lautrec (French: ), was a French painter, printmaker, draughtsman, caricaturist, and illustrator.
