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La Fille d'Artaban; La Nébuleuse; Dialogue inconnu

Louis Anquetin

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing featuring abstract figures and text related to a theatrical program. The artwork has a monochrome design with a shadowy interplay of dark and light creating a haunting atmosphere. On the left, there is a nebulous form resembling a crouched figure and a reaching hand in a large dark area. Text on the right details theatrical performances at Le Théâtre Libre, including the plays "La Fille d'Artaban," "La Nébulese," and "Dialogue Inconnu," along with their casts. The drawing captures early theatrical promotion with moody imagery and detailed typography. This is in the style of Odilon Redon.

Artwork Details

Date
1896
Medium
lithograph in black on wove paper
Dimensions
3432 × 4569 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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