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Guy and Mealy, in "Paris qui  Marche", by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, 1898

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Overview

Guy and Mealy, in "Paris qui Marche" is a 1898 by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec
When & what style?
1898 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This sketch depicts a man and a woman, both dressed in attire that suggests they are performers. The man is wearing a costume, and the woman has her hair styled in an updo. The woman's right arm is extended, and her hand is resting on the man's shoulder. The background of the sketch is not fully rendered, but it appears to be a curtain or a wall. The overall effect of the sketch is one of movement and energy, as if the two figures are in the midst of a performance. The style of the sketch is reminiscent of Impressionism, with loose brushstrokes and a focus on capturing the fleeting moment. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to explore the work of Impressionist artists like Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec.

About the artist

Portrait of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec
Artist

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

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.

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