Toulouse-Lautrec

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec's portrayal of Maurice Joyant at Somme Bay captures the resilience and endurance of a fisherman in rugged maritime attire. The use of earthy tones and expressive brushwork highlights Toulouse-Lautrec's ability to convey the character and mood of everyday life.

Maurice Joyant Somme bay

May Belfort (May Egan), irlantilainen laulajatar

Miss May Befort with her Hair Down

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec's "Yvette Guilbert-English Series: Linger Longer Loo" captures the enigmatic expression and poised demeanor of the famous Parisian singer Yvette Guilbert, rendered in his signature loose and expressive lines. This artwork reflects Lautrec’s fascination with the nightlife and performers of Montmartre, where Guilbert was a celebrated figure during the late 19th century.

Yvette Guilbert-English Series: Linger Longer Loo

The Charles F. Glore Collection

Small English Girl (Miss Dolly)

Gift of Walter S. Brewster

An Old Song, plate five from Yvette Guilbert

Alfred Stieglitz Collection, 1949

Elles (portfolio cover)

Portrait of Misia Natanson (Sert)

Portrait of Misia Natanson (Sert)

This artwork, titled "Red Haired Woman Seated in the Garden of M. Forest," by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, portrays a woman with vivid red hair sitting pensively amidst lush garden foliage. Lautrec's use of dynamic brushstrokes and vibrant colors captures the essence of introspection and serenity, characteristic of his Post-Impressionist style.

Red Haired Woman Seated in the Garden of M. Forest

William McCallin McKee Memorial Endowment

At La Souris, Madame Palmyre

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec's "Woman Washing Herself" (Femme qui se lave) captures an intimate, everyday scene with delicate contours and a subtle depiction of movement. Known for his focus on candid, personal moments, Lautrec often portrayed the private lives of women using simple lines and light shading.

Woman Washing Herself (Femme qui se lave)

Mr. and Mrs. Carter H. Harrison Collection

Mme Lili Grenier (recto); Landscape with Church (verso)

"Edmée Lescot" by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec captures the dynamic movement of a dancer in mid-performance, characterized by the bold lines and expressive gestures typical of Lautrec's work. The piece highlights Toulouse-Lautrec's fascination with the lively nightlife of Paris, especially the world of cabaret and performers.

Edmée Lescot

The Charles Deering Collection

The Arton Trial (third plate)

This artwork by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, titled "Chocolat dansant dans un bar," captures a lively scene of a performer dancing energetically for an audience in a bar, as evidenced by the expressive posture of the dancer and the engaged expression of the crowd. Lautrec was known for his vivid depictions of Parisian nightlife, often highlighting the vibrant personalities of entertainers and their environments.

Chocolat dansant dans un bar, from La Rire

Gift of the Print and Drawing Club

Lullaby, from Mélodies de Désiré Dihau

Elizabeth Hammond Stickney Collection

Schlomé Fuss in the Synagogue, from Au Pied du Sinaï

Posters grew in popularity after 1881, when many restrictions on their placement were lifted and it became unlawful to remove or destroy them. The first exhibition of posters took place in 1884, and they were soon accepted as a legitimate art form. Lautrec, a gifted draftsman, excelled at designing arresting lithographs. <em>May Milton</em>, one of his boldest compositions, illustrates Lautrec's innovative style based on a dynamic pattern of flat, simplified, brightly colored shapes and dramatic silhouettes. Lautrec, an astute observer of character and physical features, captured the life of a decadent era in his radically concise, vigorous representations. May Milton was an English dancer who appeared at the Moulin Rouge, one of Paris's most popular café-concerts. This poster was made to advertise her tour of the United States.

May Milton

"At the Opera Ball" by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec captures the lively and decadent atmosphere of a 19th-century Parisian social event, characterized by elegantly dressed figures engaged in conversation. The artwork highlights Lautrec's distinctive use of bold colors and dynamic composition, reflecting the bohemian vitality of the Parisian nightlife.

At the Opera Ball

Marcelle Lender, näyttelijä.

Mademoiselle Lender

"Yvette Guilbert-French Series: No. 7" by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec captures the essence of the celebrated cabaret singer with minimalist lines and a sophisticated blend of text and imagery. Lautrec's innovative approach highlights his fascination with the Parisian nightlife and its iconic performers, reflecting both his artistic ingenuity and deep engagement with the cultural scene of late 19th-century France.

Yvette Guilbert-French Series: No. 7

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of the Rubin-Ladd Foundation, under the bequest of Ester R. Portnow

Le Marchand de Marron

Gift of Guy Mayer

À Saint-Lazare

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec's portrayal of 'William Warrener' captures the lively essence of the subject through expressive brushstrokes and a vibrant color palette. The artwork, set against a plain backdrop, reflects Lautrec's keen observational skill and his ability to depict the unique character of individuals within Parisian society.

William Warrener

The Charles F. Glore Collection

At the Concert

Mr. and Mrs. Carter H. Harrison Collection

Cover for Yvette Guilbert

“Girl in a Fur, Mademoiselle Jeanne Fontaine” by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec captures a young woman in profile, adorned in a richly textured red coat with a fur collar. The artwork's soft, fluid lines and the use of earthy tones reflect Lautrec's distinct Post-Impressionist style, highlighting the elegance and poise of the sitter.

Girl in a Fur, Mademoiselle Jeanne Fontaine

"At the Gaieté Rochechouart: Nicolle" by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec is a lithograph featuring a figure in dark attire standing confidently against a backdrop evoking fin-de-siècle Parisian nightlife. Toulouse-Lautrec, known for his depictions of bohemian Paris, captures the essence of the era with expressive lines and bold contrasts, reflecting his deep connection to the vibrant Montmartre district.

At the Gaieté Rochechouart: Nicolle

Bequest of Kate L. Brewster

May Milton

The Lesley and Emma Sheafer Collection, Bequest of Emma A. Sheafer, 1973

Mademoiselle Nys

Elizabeth Hammond Stickney Collection

The Arrest of Schlomé Fuss, from Au Pied du Sinaï