Artwork
Two Women before a Mirror
Two Women before a Mirror is a print by the Impressionist artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. It dates from 1882 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Two Women before a Mirror is a print created by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec in 1882 using a photomechanical process.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts two women in a dimly lit room, one adjusting her hair in front of a mirror. The scene captures a candid moment, reflecting Toulouse-Lautrec's interest in everyday life and unidealized portrayals of people.
Technique & Style
Toulouse-Lautrec employed loose and quick lines to convey movement and gesture, omitting details such as facial features and background objects. This style emphasizes spontaneity and captures the essence of the scene.
Context
Toulouse-Lautrec's work was influenced by his experiences and observations of late 19th-century Parisian life, often focusing on marginalized communities and the theatrical aspects of urban culture.
Artist & collection
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.
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