Artwork
Rosmersholm; Le Gage

Rosmersholm; Le Gage is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. It dates from 1898 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This 1898 lithograph by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec captures a moment from Henrik Ibsen's play *Rosmersholm*. Executed in black ink on china paper, it is a proof state preceding the addition of lettering.
Subject & Meaning
The lithograph portrays a dramatic scene featuring a standing man and a seated woman in intense conversation in the foreground, with a horse visible in the background, evoking the play's themes.
Technique & Style
Toulouse-Lautrec's use of black ink on china paper achieves high contrast, emphasizing the central figures. Skillful shading and texture impart depth and dimensionality to the image.
History & Provenance
Created in 1898, this work reflects Toulouse-Lautrec's interest in theatrical subjects, a common theme in his late 19th-century Parisian oeuvre. Provenance details are not specified.
Context
Part of Toulouse-Lautrec's engagement with graphic arts, this piece aligns with his broader exploration of Parisian nightlife and theatrical life, though *Rosmersholm* is a Norwegian play.
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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.



















