Terror of Grenelle (La terreur de Grenelle)

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a sketch featuring the upper bodies of three figures closely positioned as if in conversation. The figure on the left wears a hat and a loose-fitting coat and is facing to the side. The middle figure is seated and has prominent facial features like a nose and lips, with an updo hairstyle. The third figure, partially visible behind the seated one, also has an updo and less defined facial features. The background is lightly sketched, suggesting an interior space with vertical lines resembling wall paneling or wallpaper. There are no visible accessories or objects being held. The sketch is done in a minimalist, monochromatic style on beige paper with a red stamp or signature in the bottom right corner.