Jeanne, prends sans qu'on te voie . . . , from Le Rire, No. 129, 24 April 1897 1897

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec created this lithograph titled "Jeanne, prends sans qu'on te voie . . . " in France, and it was published in Le Rire in 1897. The print depicts a scene of possible theft or trickery. The title translates as "Jeanne, take it when no one sees you," suggesting a hidden action. Lautrec's image provides insights into the social dynamics of Parisian nightlife and the city's underbelly. The quick, sketch-like quality, combined with the context of its publication in a satirical magazine, suggests a commentary on the moral ambiguities of the time. The setting might be a café or establishment where social classes mix, and illicit activities could occur. To fully understand this artwork, one might research the social history of Montmartre, where Lautrec lived and worked, as well as the popular press of the era. By doing so, we can uncover the rich layers of meaning embedded in this seemingly simple scene.