Shadow theatre of the cabaret du Chat noir. According to Emmanuel POIRE, known as CARAN d'ACHE (1858-1901). Silhouette cut out of black lacquered zinc, lined with metal thread, representing a parade of grenadiers on two rows, with flag, behind an officer on horseback, sabre in hand. Finished in an angle at the bottom. With its two handles, made of metal wire, for presentation. Subject height: 41 cm. - Height with angle: 56 cm. - Height with handles: 69 cm. - Length: 97 cm. Oxidations, shocks, scratches, folds, holes and crushing, especially at the angle iron in poor condition. Some of the wire fasteners have been torn off.