This is a drawing of an abstract figure dressed in a patterned outfit. The figure is depicted with a checkered jacket and trousers, and a bent posture. The drawing uses bold, black lines against a cream background to outline the figure's form and clothing. An element in the image appears to emanate from the head area. The overall style suggests a loose, quick sketch, capturing the essence of the subject with minimal detail but with a strong emphasis on the pattern and posture. It's a dynamic composition aiming to convey mood or character through clothing and gesture.
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This is a drawing of an abstract figure dressed in a patterned outfit. The figure is depicted with a checkered jacket and trousers, and a bent posture. The drawing uses bold, black lines against a cream background to outline the figure's form and clothing. An element in the image appears to emanate from the head area. The overall style suggests a loose, quick sketch, capturing the essence of the subject with minimal detail but with a strong emphasis on the pattern and posture. It's a dynamic composition aiming to convey mood or character through clothing and gesture.

National Gallery of Art · Print

American Singer (Chanteur américain)

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

Date
1893
Medium
lithograph in black on velin paper
Classification
Print
Accession number
1964.8.1896
Credit line
Rosenwald Collection
Time span
1876 to 1900
Department
CG-E

Portfolio and series

Series
Le cafe concert [Del. 28-38]

Subjects and terms

  • French
  • Costume
  • Post-Impressionist
  • Hat
  • Man

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