Mesure pour mesure

1898

Robert Hista

Associated Names
Robert Hista

Artist, French, active 1890s

This is a drawing of a theatrical announcement for a play. The drawing features a group of figures in stylized, period costumes. The central figures are dressed in elaborate, ornate clothing with large collars and hats, while another figure on the left is wearing a flowing robe with a hood, pointing forward. The background contains a wall pattern, and additional decorative elements surround the text. Words in French accompany the scene, appearing to advertise a performance of "Measure for Measure" by William Shakespeare, including a cast list and references to the theatrical work. The drawing style is reminiscent of late 19th-century illustration work, with intricate line details and an emphasis on theatrical flair and costume drama.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    photorelief on green wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of The Atlas Foundation

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 25.6 x 28.3 cm (10 1/16 x 11 1/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1995.76.28

  • Series Title

    Théatre de l'Oeuvre


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Rodolphe Darzens, Paris; Mr. and Mrs. Martin Atlas, Washington, D.C.; gift to NGA, 1995.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1992

  • Aitken, Geneviève. Artistes et Théâtres d'Avant-Garde: Programmes de Théâtre Illustrés, Paris 1890-1900. Exh. cat. Pont-Aven, Musée de Pont-Aven and tour, 1992, 89, no. 102.

1998

  • Boyer, Patricia. Artists and the Avant-Garde Theater in Paris 1887-1900. Exh. cat. National Gallery of Art, Washington; National Academy Museum, New York, 1998-1999, no. 115.

Inscriptions

lower left in plate: Robert Hista; upper right in plate: L'oeuvre / saison 1898-1899 / administration / 62 / rue / Larochefoucault; center right printed: VIe ANNÉE 1898-1899 / Mesure pour Mesure / Comédie de VILLIAM SHAKESPEARE...; by later hand, lower left in graphite: Robert Hista

Wikidata ID

Q75395264

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