Twee dansende vrouwen en een musicerende man 1823 - 1873

"Twee dansende vrouwen en een musicerende man" is a lithograph by Célestin Nanteuil, a French artist active in the 19th century. The artwork depicts two white women dancing while a black man plays a tambourine, highlighting a complex social hierarchy through its portrayal of race and class. The composition, with its central focus on the dancing women, suggests a celebration or spectacle, while the musician’s presence adds a touch of exoticism. This lithograph, with its detailed rendering and realistic depiction of figures and their interactions, provides insight into the artistic conventions of the time.