Actrice wordt aangekleed voor haar optreden 1838

"Actrice wordt aangekleed voor haar optreden" (1838) by Paul Gavarni depicts a humorous scene of a man dressing a young woman, presumably an actress, for her performance. The image is drawn in the style of lithography, a printing technique popular in the 19th century, showcasing a detailed and intricate representation of the scene. Gavarni, known for his social satire, captures a moment of backstage chaos and the anxieties of performance. This print highlights the artist's keen eye for capturing the everyday life of 19th-century society, particularly the world of theater and the social dynamics within it.