Woman Brushing Her Hair 

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec made "Woman Brushing Her Hair" using crayon and pastel at an unknown date. Toulouse-Lautrec was part of the Post-Impressionist movement, which moved away from the literal representation of Impressionism and towards more subjective and symbolic representations. It is clear that Toulouse-Lautrec was influenced by the social environment in Paris, and the representation of women in private moments. These depictions were often intertwined with the male gaze, which can reduce women to mere objects of visual consumption. This image is a voyeuristic snapshot of a moment in time. The woman is unaware that we are watching her, adding a layer of complexity to the work. The intimacy of the scene creates an emotional tension, inviting viewers to consider the woman’s inner world.