Artwork

Bruant au Mirliton

Bruant au Mirliton, by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, 1894
Bruant au Mirliton, by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, 1894

Bruant au Mirliton is a print by the Impressionist artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. It dates from 1894 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Bruant au Mirliton, a print from 1894, captures a moment in the vibrant nightlife of Paris's Montmartre district, specifically at the cabaret Le Mirliton.

Subject & Meaning

The print portrays a performer at Le Mirliton, reflecting Toulouse-Lautrec's fascination with the theatrical and decadent elements of Parisian bohemian life.

Technique & Style

While specific technical details of this print are not provided, Toulouse-Lautrec's works from this period are characterized by bold lines, flat forms, and a focus on capturing the essence of modern urban life, likely influencing the composition of Bruant au Mirliton.

History & Provenance

Created in 1894 by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, the work is part of his broader documentation of late 19th-century Parisian nightlife. Provenance details are not specified.

Context

Emerging from Toulouse-Lautrec's personal connection to Montmartre's nightlife, the piece is set against the backdrop of his own experiences within Paris's bohemian circle, where he found acceptance and inspiration despite his physical challenges.

Legacy

Bruant au Mirliton contributes to Toulouse-Lautrec's legacy as a chronicler of Paris's late 19th-century cultural scene, emphasizing the importance of nightlife and performance in his oeuvre.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

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.

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