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Portrait of Georges Courteline, c.1898 (oil on canvas)
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Portrait of Georges Courteline, c.1898 (oil on canvas)
XIR222747 Portrait of Georges Courteline, c.1898 (oil on canvas) by Stevens, Leopold (1866-1935); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: Georges Courteline (1858-1929) nom de plume of Georges Victor Marcel Moineaux, French writer and dramatist
By Leopold Stevens)
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This portrait print, titled "Portrait of Georges Courteline" captures the essence of French writer and dramatist Georges Victor Marcel Moineaux, better known by his pen name Georges Courteline. Painted in 1898 by Leopold Stevens, this oil on canvas masterpiece is currently housed at the Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet in Paris, France. Courteline's enigmatic gaze draws viewers into a world of literary brilliance and introspection. Dressed in a distinguished coat and jacket, he exudes an air of intellectual sophistication that befits his reputation as one of France's most celebrated authors. The artist skillfully portrays Courteline with meticulous attention to detail - from the subtle play of colors on his face to the carefully crafted lines that define his features. The presence of a cigarette adds an intriguing layer to this composition. It serves as both a symbol of addiction and inspiration for writers like Courteline who found solace or stimulation through tobacco. A tobacco packet nearby hints at the writer's reliance on this vice while delving into the depths of his creative mind. Stevens' artistic prowess shines through in every brushstroke, capturing not only Courteline's physical likeness but also conveying his inner thoughts and complexities. This print transports us back to late 19th-century Europe when art flourished alongside great literary minds. As we admire this stunning piece from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are reminded not only of Courteline's significant contributions to French literature but also how art has the power to immortalize individuals and their legacies across time.
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