L' Enfant Prodigue (The Prodigal Son)
The image is a vintage poster titled "L'Enfant Prodigue," advertising the theatrical work by Michel Carré with music by André Wormser. It features a dramatic scene where a man sits pensively at a table, gazing at a portrait in front of him, while a child and a woman appear in the background, suggesting themes of family and reflection. The monochrome illustration is rich in detail, evoking a sense of nostalgia and classic theatrical charm, accompanied by stylized, decorative text
Name/Title
L' Enfant Prodigue (The Prodigal Son)Entry/Object ID
2016.2.1Description
French playbill. Rising from his chair, the father sees the kneeling son reflected in his mirror. A stern looking woman looks on from the background.Type of Print
LithographCategory
Vault, Biblical, Biblical People, New Testament, Interior Space, Text, Theater
People, Building, Architecture