Louise Blouet "Le Margoin"
Original title: Louise Blouet "Le Margoin"
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Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec made this lithograph in 1900, showing Louise Blouet, known as "Le Margoin." She appears from behind at a window. Printed on vellum, it belongs to the artist's later work.
Description
The woman turns her back to the viewer and leans against a window. Her hair is pinned up and adorned with flowers; she wears a dress with a striking collar. Through the window, more flowers are visible, framing the scene. Light falls in from outside and rests gently on the figure, creating a calm, familiar mood.
Context
Toulouse-Lautrec made this lithograph in 1900, shortly before his death. Louise Blouet was one of his models and an acquaintance from Parisian nightlife. The print dates from a time when the artist was turning away from poster art and toward more intimate subjects.
Impact
Because the face remains hidden, the rear view feels distant and at the same time sparks curiosity. The soft light and flowers give the image a quiet, almost wistful poetry.
Technique
The lithograph was printed on vellum, a fine, silky paper that favors soft tonal gradations. The drawing uses delicate lines and hatching to bring out light and shadow—a hallmark of Toulouse-Lautrec's late graphic style.
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Source: Metropolitan Museum of Art · Public Domain (CC0 1.0)