"Yvette Guilbert—A Menilmontant de Bruant, from Yvette Guilbert" is a key lithograph created by the French master, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec (1864-1901), in 1898. This compelling print captures one of the artist's most celebrated subjects, the renowned cabaret star Yvette Guilbert, in performance. Lautrec utilized a sophisticated lithographic technique, characterized in this impression by the careful application of a beige tint stone on ivory laid paper. This choice of medium allowed him to achieve the characteristic flat planes of color and bold contours typical of his highly influential late 19th-century graphic style.
The work originates from a portfolio dedicated entirely to Guilbert, the iconic chanteuse known for her distinctive long black gloves and expressive stage presence. Lautrec frequently immortalized the vibrant personalities of Montmartre, establishing a crucial artistic link between fine art and popular entertainment during the Belle Époque era in France. This particular depiction focuses on Guilbert performing a selection or pose associated with Ménilmontant de Bruant, referencing the often-gritty subject matter found in the contemporary Parisian music halls.
Toulouse-Lautrec’s keen observation and mastery of the lithograph print make this piece an essential document of fin-de-siècle cultural history. His ability to capture the fleeting movement and specific character of his subjects defines his legacy. This historically significant work is currently preserved within the distinguished collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.
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