A painter and prolific designer of decorative arts, Georges de Feure was also known for his many commercial lithographs for galleries, magazines, and theatrical performances. Based on the woman’s distinctive costume with a tambourine and castanets, this poster most likely advertised the debut of Isita in the lead role of Georges Bizet’s Carmen. One of the most popular operas in Paris at the time, the performance would have been a career-defining moment for Isita, necessitating a grand advertisement by one of the most famous artists of the day.
in stone, lower right: G de [conjoined] Feure
Sydney and Frances Lewis Art Nouveau Fund
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