Artwork
Loge with the Gilt Mask (La loge au mascaron doré)
Loge with the Gilt Mask (La loge au mascaron doré) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. It dates from 1893 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Loge with the Gilt Mask is a 4-color lithograph created by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec in 1893. It is a print depicting a scene from a Parisian theater box.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows a woman in a black dress and hat seated in a loge, gazing through glasses, with a gold mask below her. The scene conveys luxury and sophistication, with the woman's attire and the gilt mask contributing to an atmosphere of refinement and elegance.
Technique & Style
Toulouse-Lautrec employed lithography, a technique that allowed for detailed textures and nuanced color. The muted color palette adds to the overall sense of refinement.
Context
Toulouse-Lautrec, born into French aristocracy in 1864, was known for capturing Paris's nightlife. His work often featured performers and social settings, reflecting his fascination with the city's vibrant culture.
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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.
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