"Masques et Visages: Par-ci, Par-là" is a lithograph on chine collé by the 19th century French artist Paul Gavarni, known for his satirical social commentary. The work exemplifies Gavarni's characteristic style of depicting Parisian society through costume, theater, and human psychology, with the title referencing masks and faces as metaphors for social performance. Created using the delicate chine collé technique, where thin Asian paper is adhered to a heavier support during printing, the work demonstrates the refined printmaking practices of the period and Gavarni's skill in capturing expressive figural studies.