The Mandrill's Tea Party c. 1945

"The Mandrill's Tea Party," a lithograph created by Veronica Helfensteller circa 1945, depicts an anthropomorphic scene of a mandrill, giraffe, and a young girl gathered around a table for a tea party. The black and white composition utilizes the contrast of light and shadow to create a sense of depth and mystery. Helfensteller, known for her whimsical and sometimes macabre imagery, masterfully blends animal and human figures, creating a surreal and humorous narrative in this captivating print.