Deux Femmes 1902

This is ‘Deux Femmes’ by Théophile Alexandre Steinlen, and it looks like it was made with lithographic crayon on paper. It's fascinating to see how he builds the image, layer upon layer, like a slow reveal. I love the way Steinlen creates this kind of smoky, hazy atmosphere, really drawing you into the scene. Look how he uses these soft, smudgy marks to define the figures. The way the light catches the folds of their dresses, it's almost like they're emerging from the shadows. And those quick, gestural lines that suggest their faces—it’s all about capturing a feeling, a moment in time. Steinlen reminds me of artists like Daumier, who used similar techniques to capture the essence of everyday life. Ultimately, it’s this ongoing dialogue between artists that keeps the conversation alive. There’s no right or wrong way to see it, just different ways of experiencing the world.