Who painted The Brief Joys: Cover?

The Brief Joys: Cover was painted by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec in 1897.

Where can I see The Brief Joys: Cover?

The Brief Joys: Cover is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is The Brief Joys: Cover?

The Brief Joys: Cover is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

The Brief Joys: Cover

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec , 1897

The Brief Joys: Cover is a print by the Impressionist artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. It dates from 1897 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1981.222
Credit line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph T. Meals

About this work

Overview

The Brief Joys: Cover is a print created by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec in 1897. It is a work characteristic of the artist's lithographic style.

Subject & Meaning

The print juxtaposes two scenes: a horseback rider with pedestrians, and a seated woman with a glass and fruit. The imagery may reflect aspects of late 19th-century Parisian life and culture.

Technique & Style

The work features loose, rapid lines, conveying a sketchy, unpolished quality. Toulouse-Lautrec's focus on capturing everyday moments is evident in the print's informal style.

Context

Toulouse-Lautrec was known for depicting Parisian nightlife and social scenes, often engaging with the city's theatrical and decadent culture.

Artist & collection

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.