Le Mage Balthazar et Fatime

Executed in lithography, the print relies on swift, sketch‑like lines that convey movement and atmosphere rather than precise detail. The handling of light and shadow, together with the loose drawing quality, aligns the work with Romantic tendencies toward mood and drama, emphasizing feeling over strict realism.

Created during the later phase of Fantin‑Latour’s career, the lithograph reflects his expanding interest in mythic themes. While the print was issued in Paris, its subsequent ownership records are sparse, and it remains primarily documented through museum collections and catalogues of the artist’s graphic output.