The Sheep
1899
While Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec is best known for his vibrant posters of Parisian cabaret stars and can-can dancers, this 1899 illustration reveals a quieter side of the Post-Impressionist master. Titled 'Les Moutons' (The Sheep), the piece features a flock of sheep sketched with loose, energetic lines that make the animals look like they are bustling across the page. The simple composition, dominated by the large text and the sketchy animals in the corner, suggests this is likely a title page for a book or album. It’s a charming reminder that even artists famous for capturing the raucous city nightlife took time to observe the pastoral world.
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