Orphée aux enfers, Bouffes Parisiens 1866

This poster, titled "Orphée aux Enfers, Bouffes Parisiens," was created by Jules Chéret in 1866. It features a lively scene from the opera "Orpheus in the Underworld," which is set in the underworld. The poster is a vibrant example of Chéret's use of color and line, known as "the father of the modern poster." It depicts a scene from the opera with a bold, graphic style that was popular in the late 19th century. The use of bright colors and bold typography draws the viewer's eye to the center of the image. The poster was likely created to advertise a production of the opera, and it serves as a visual representation of the show's humor, energy and excitement.