Manon Lescaut met een spiegel in de hand en twee mannen 1875

This etching by Léopold Flameng, created in 1875, depicts a scene from the opera *Manon Lescaut*, a tragic love story by Giacomo Puccini. The composition features Manon holding a mirror, surrounded by two men. This detail likely relates to the opera's themes of vanity and deception. Flameng, known for his detailed illustrations, captures the dramatic tension of the scene. His work exemplifies the popularization of opera during the 19th century. *Manon Lescaut met een spiegel in de hand en twee mannen* exemplifies Flameng's ability to translate a dramatic story into a captivating visual narrative.