Subra of the Opera? (Subra, de l'opéra?) 1896

"Subra of the Opera?" (Subra, de l'opéra?) is a 1896 lithograph by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, a celebrated artist of the late 19th century. The artwork features a quick sketch of a woman in profile, likely a performer, against a backdrop of a theater stage and its architectural details. This piece, with its loose lines and gestural strokes, exemplifies the characteristic style of Lautrec, known for his depictions of Parisian nightlife and the theater world. Toulouse-Lautrec was drawn to the drama and spectacle of the stage, and his artwork often captures the fleeting moments of performers in a captivating manner.