Footit and Chocolat (Footit et Chocolat) [left recto] 1895

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec's 1895 lithograph *Footit et Chocolat* depicts a humorous scene from the world of the circus. In the image, the performer Chocolat, a black clown, is performing an acrobatic act with the white clown Footit. Toulouse-Lautrec's distinctive style is evident in the sketch-like lines and exaggerated proportions of the figures, capturing the energy and movement of the scene. The image evokes the social and cultural dynamics of turn-of-the-century Paris, where circus performances were a popular form of entertainment.