Ida Heath at the Bar 1894

"Ida Heath at the Bar" is a pencil sketch by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec completed in 1894. Known for his depictions of Parisian nightlife, Lautrec captures the energy and anonymity of a crowded bar. The composition features three figures, with a man in a top hat standing out from the crowd. His gaze is directed at Ida Heath, a woman known for her connections in the Parisian underworld. The sketch's minimal detail creates an ethereal atmosphere, emphasizing the fleeting nature of these encounters.