Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec (1864-1901)

Jane Avril

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Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec (1864-1901)
Jane Avril
lithograph in colours, 1893, on wove paper, Wittrock's state B (of C), with text, the full sheet, printed by Chaix, Paris, the sheet toned, the colours slightly attenuated, small paper losses and tears along the sheet edges, some creases and scuffs, laid down on linen, the subject in good condition, framed
Image 1210 x 860 mm., Sheet 1288 x 948 mm.

Literature

Delteil 345; Adhémar 12; Adriani 11; Wittrock P6

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Lot Essay

A central character in the nightlife of Montmartre, Jane Avril was known for an unique and graceful style of dancing which inspired Charles Zidler to describe her as a rapturous orchid. She was a principal dancer at the Moulin Rouge and at the Jardin de Paris.

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