Artwork
Cover, Yvette Guilbert
Cover, Yvette Guilbert is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. It dates from 1898 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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Overview
Cover, Yvette Guilbert is a lithograph on green-blue paper created by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec in 1898. The work is a print featuring a sketch of a woman.
Subject & Meaning
The lithograph depicts Yvette Guilbert, a figure of Parisian nightlife, in profile. The simple, flowing outfit and loose lines convey a sense of informality, capturing a moment in time. The bold lettering of Guilbert's name above the drawing emphasizes her identity.
Technique & Style
The print showcases Toulouse-Lautrec's skill with lithography, characterized by loose and quick lines. The greenish tint of the paper adds to the overall effect, creating a sense of spontaneity.
History & Provenance
Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, born into French aristocracy in 1864, was known for his depictions of Parisian nightlife. This work reflects his engagement with the city's theatrical and social scenes through portraiture.
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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.
