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Menus Propos, 1856. Creator: Félicien Rops
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Menus Propos, 1856. Creator: Félicien Rops
Menus Propos, 1856. From periodical: Uylenspiegel, no. 15, 11 May 1856
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Menus Propos" is a captivating lithograph created by the Belgian artist Félicien Rops in 1856. This striking image was originally published in the Belgian periodical "Uylenspiegel," specifically in its 15th issue on May 11, 1856. The black and white composition depicts a man, dressed in a simple shirt and trousers, bending down in front of a pair of doors. His face is contorted in concentration as he appears to be engaged in a deep conversation with an unseen figure on the other side. The man's gesturing hand and the man's intently listening ear suggest an animated exchange. The doors, which are adorned with intricate carvings, symbolize the threshold between the known and the unknown, the free world and the confined one. The man's bent posture and the ominous shadows cast by the doors add an air of mystery and suspense. The title "Menus Propos" translates to "Small Talk" in English, hinting at the possibility of a casual conversation or perhaps a clandestine negotiation. The image invites the viewer to ponder the nature of the conversation and the motivations of the two men. Félicien Rops, a prominent figure in the Flemish art scene, was known for his provocative and socially critical works. This lithograph, with its intriguing narrative and atmospheric composition, is a testament to Rops' artistic skill and his ability to capture the human condition in all its complexity. Today, "Menus Propos" is part of the permanent collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), where it continues to intrigue and inspire visitors from around the world.
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