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 wire, representing a team of mounted gunners, pulling a gun, behind a load of hussars. Finished in an angle at the bottom. Formerly mobile wheels operated by a wire and a ring. With its two handles, made of metal wire, for presentation. Subject height: 39 cm. - Height with angle: 57 cm. - Height with handles: 67.5 cm. - Length: 161 cm. Oxidations, shocks, scratches, folds, some holes and crushing, especially at the angle.