Le Grappin; L'Affranchie

Französische Grafik 1891–1893, 1892

This is a painting of a theatrical program poster. The image features a colorful and animated poster for a theatrical performance at "Le Théâtre Libre," featuring plays titled "Le Grappin" and "L'Affranchie." The design includes illustrations of two figures dressed in bright yellow outfits standing on the left side of the image, along with a stout character on the right wearing red shorts. Both are posed as if they are part of the theatrical narrative. The play titles and the names of various actors and roles are printed in a stylized font between the two groups of figures. In the lower right corner, two figures wearing red and black hats appear to be observing the event.
Artist
Französische Grafik 1891–1893
Date
1892
Type
Print
Medium
6-color lithograph on wove paper
Dimensions
23.9 × 32.3 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a painting of a theatrical program poster. The image features a colorful and animated poster for a theatrical performance at "Le Théâtre Libre," featuring plays titled "Le Grappin" and "L'Affranchie." The design includes illustrations of two figures dressed in bright yellow outfits standing on the left side of the image, along with a stout character on the right wearing red shorts. Both are posed as if they are part of the theatrical narrative. The play titles and the names of various actors and roles are printed in a stylized font between the two groups of figures. In the lower right corner, two figures wearing red and black hats appear to be observing the event.

Französische Grafik 1891–1893