The Theater Box with the Gilded Mask 1893

"The Theater Box with the Gilded Mask" is a painting by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec depicting a woman and a man in a theater box. Created in 1893, the work captures the artist's signature style with its bold, expressive brushstrokes and flattened perspective. Toulouse-Lautrec's fascination with Parisian nightlife is evident in this piece, which depicts a scene of casual elegance and social interaction, while his use of color and light create a sense of intimacy and atmosphere. The painting is now housed in the Musee Toulouse-Lautrec in Albi, France, where it remains a testament to the artist's exceptional talent and his ability to capture the essence of his time.