Decor wordt gewisseld op het podium 1838

"Decor wordt gewisseld op het podium" is a lithograph by Paul Gavarni, a French artist known for his satirical illustrations of Parisian life. The work depicts a man pushing a large, ornate piece of stage furniture while a woman in an elegant gown stands beside it. This humorous scene captures the behind-the-scenes chaos of theater productions, highlighting the contrast between the glamorous performance and the often unglamorous reality of stage work. Gavarni’s use of intricate detail and sharp lines creates a sense of bustling energy, immersing viewers in the world of the Parisian stage. The work is housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.