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La Comédie de l'amour

Ernest La Jeunesse

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a group of characters with a theatrical theme. The scene shows several characters in expressive poses, potentially illustrating a narrative or scene from a theatre production. Each character is depicted with sketchy line-work conveying motion and emotion, and unique attire enhancing the theatrical atmosphere. Textual elements in the drawing suggest a connection to a play, with phrases like "La Comédie de l’Amour par Henrik Ibsen" and "Théâtre de l'Œuvre" hinting at a theatrical event. The artwork captures a theatrical narrative with a focus on character expression.

Artwork Details

Date
1897
Medium
lithograph in green-black on wove paper (proof before letters at lower right and along right margin)
Dimensions
4368 × 3454 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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