Who painted Loge with the Gilt Mask (La loge au mascaron doré)?

Loge with the Gilt Mask (La loge au mascaron doré) was painted by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec in 1893.

Where can I see Loge with the Gilt Mask (La loge au mascaron doré)?

Loge with the Gilt Mask (La loge au mascaron doré) is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Loge with the Gilt Mask (La loge au mascaron doré)?

Loge with the Gilt Mask (La loge au mascaron doré) is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Loge with the Gilt Mask (La loge au mascaron doré)

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec , 1893

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.

Artist & collection

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.