Preliminary Design for the Playbill to ‘Le Chariot de Terre Cuite’ 1894

This preliminary design by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, dated 1894, is a sketch for the playbill of the play “Le Chariot de Terre Cuite.” The drawing depicts a man seated in a cart, with an elephant in the bottom portion of the frame. The artist’s signature is visible in the lower left corner. This blue pencil sketch reflects the artist’s signature style, with bold lines and a simplified aesthetic. Toulouse-Lautrec was well known for his work in the poster genre, and this piece showcases his distinctive and dynamic approach.