Pourboires de Femmes. En Mature de Sentiment. 2e Seri, "Allen au ball de l'Opera..." Lithograph.
Paris: Imp. d'Aubert, Ca. 1857. Caricature by Paul Gavarni (1804 - 1866), French satirical artist noted for his clever observations of contemporary life and elegant genre scenes, and imitated by artists such as James McNeill Whistler.
Depicting a husband and wife debating the merits of attending the Opera with a particular acquaintance. Richly hand colored lithograph highlighted with gum arabic, printed upper right border is the number 30. Slight foxing mostly in margins.
Paper size approximately 9 1/2 x 12 1/2". Tipped on at right edge to heavier stock; closed tear right edge through printed border but not affecting image. Very good overall. Item #24521
Price: $175.00