Alone (Elles) 1896

"Alone (Elles)" is a painting by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, created in 1896 and currently housed in the Musée d'Orsay, Paris. This work, characteristic of Lautrec's style, depicts a woman lying on a bed in a simplified and expressive manner. The composition, dominated by the figure and the bed, utilizes bold strokes and muted colors, reflecting Lautrec's penchant for capturing the essence of his subjects. The starkness of the scene underscores the feeling of isolation and vulnerability, a recurring theme in Lautrec's portrayals of marginalized figures in Parisian society.