Who painted Portrait of a Man (Portrait d'un homme)?

Portrait of a Man (Portrait d'un homme) was painted by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec in 1898.

Where can I see Portrait of a Man (Portrait d'un homme)?

Portrait of a Man (Portrait d'un homme) is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Portrait of a Man (Portrait d'un homme)?

Portrait of a Man (Portrait d'un homme) is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Portrait of a Man (Portrait d'un homme)

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec , 1898

Portrait of a Man (Portrait d'un homme) is a print by the Impressionist artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. It dates from 1898 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 2016.252
Credit line: Bequest of Elizabeth Carroll Shearer

About this work

Overview

Portrait of a Man (1898) is a print by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, a French artist of noble birth who immersed himself in late 19th-century Paris's cultural and theatrical scenes, producing works across various mediums.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait captures a man with a contemplative, enigmatic expression, characterized by a subtle, suggestive smile and introspective gaze. His attire, a dark jacket with a high collar and neatly combed hair, conveys a sense of formality.

Technique & Style

Toulouse-Lautrec employs expressive lines, nuanced shading, and chiaroscuro to create depth, texture, and dramatic contrast, focusing attention on the subject's face and amplifying the emotional depth of the portrait.

History & Provenance

The work is part of the Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, reflecting Toulouse-Lautrec's reputation for capturing the essence of individuals from diverse backgrounds, often from Paris's marginalized yet vibrant communities.

Context

Created amidst Toulouse-Lautrec's active engagement with Paris's late 19th-century artistic and theatrical circles, the portrait embodies the artist's ability to distill character, informed by his experiences among the city's theatrical and decadent milieus.

Portrait de M. X., Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

Artist & collection

Artist

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

Comte Henri Marie Raymond de Toulouse-Lautrec-Montfa (24 November 1864 – 9 September 1901), known as Toulouse-Lautrec (French: ), was a French painter, printmaker, draughtsman, caricaturist, and illustrator.