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This is a drawing of a theatrical cabaret program. The image features a harlequin figure dressed in a classic diamond-patterned costume, complete with a ruffled collar and mask, sitting on a wooden stool. The figure is depicted gesturing with one hand and smiling. The title "L'Arlequin" is prominently displayed at the top in bold, stylized letters. The text provides information about the location "3 Rue D'Arras" and includes the phrase "L'Arlequin Cabaret Artistique De La Rive Gauche." The word "PROGRAMME" is written vertically in red letters on the right side of the image. This is in the style of Toulouse-Lautrec, capturing the belle époque era's vibrant cabaret scene with its expressive line work and emphasis on theatrical promotion.
Henri-Gabriel Ibels, E. Malfeyt et Cie., L'Arlequin, 1890s, lithograph in black and red on wove paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1999.46.4

L'Arlequin

Henri-Gabriel Ibels, E. Malfeyt et Cie. · 1890s · lithograph in black and red on wove paper ·  Accession ID  1999.46.4