Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec: Moulin Rouge, La Goulue Poster (1891 Reproduction)

Plunge into the heart of 1890s Montmartre nightlife with this essential reproduction of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec's 'Moulin Rouge, La Goulue' poster. Created in 1891, this revolutionary lithograph is the artist's first major commission and the defining image of the Parisian cabaret era.

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec (1864–1901) was the tireless visual chronicler of Parisian night life. His genius lies in his ability to merge fine art and advertising, transforming the street poster into a revered art form.

• The Irascible Subject: La Goulue: The poster famously features the Moulin Rouge's most renowned dancer, La Goulue (Louise Weber), identifiable by her high chignon and bold silhouette. The dark, elongated figure in the foreground is her partner, the famous dancer Valentin le Désossé (Valentin the Boneless). Lautrec captures the raw energy and provocative nature of the famous cancan (or chahut) dance.

• Artistic Revolution: Lautrec drew inspiration from Japanese prints (Japonisme) to create a radical design. He uses bold silhouettes, flat fields of intense color (yellow, red, black), and dynamic typography. The effect is instantaneous: a vibrant composition that shouts movement and excitement.

• The Birth of the Modern Poster: This work is considered a cornerstone of the Art Nouveau movement. It instantly propelled Lautrec to the top of the Parisian art scene and cemented the Moulin Rouge's reputation as the temple of uninhibited entertainment.

This reproduction is indispensable for collectors of Art Nouveau, enthusiasts of the Belle Époque, and anyone seeking to capture the vibrant, historical spirit of Paris.

• Artist: Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec (French, 1864–1901).

• Artwork: 'Moulin Rouge - La Goulue' (Poster for the cabaret's opening).

• Original Date: 1891 (A masterpiece of early Art Nouveau).

• Style: Art Nouveau / Post-Impressionism; color lithography, Japanese influence.

• Subject: The cancan dance, portrait of La Goulue and Valentin le Désossé.

• Print Quality: High-Definition Archival Giclée Reproduction, faithfully rendering the original's bold colors, thick black contours, and lithographic paper texture.

• Aesthetic: Bold, historic, and an iconic statement piece of Parisian culture.

Bring the scandalous energy and graphic elegance of the Belle Époque into your interior space. This Toulouse-Lautrec 'Moulin Rouge, La Goulue' reproduction is more than an image—it's a piece of art history. Order this iconic Art Nouveau print today.

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