Dr. Tapie Celeyran in a corridor of the French Comedy 1894

"Dr. Tapie Celeyran in a corridor of the French Comedy" is an 1894 portrait by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, depicting a man standing in the hallway of a theater. The painting's bold, expressive lines and flattened forms are characteristic of Lautrec's style, which drew inspiration from Japanese woodblock prints. The artist captures the essence of the subject, an actor and playwright at the Comedie-Française, through his distinctive features and the confident pose. The bright orange floor and the muted tones of the figure create a striking contrast, further emphasizing the subject’s presence within the theatrical environment. The work, currently housed in the Musee Toulouse-Lautrec in Albi, France, offers a glimpse into the world of late 19th-century Parisian theater.