VI. Soularde
Original title: VI. Soularde
kurzbeschreibung
A lithographic portrait of a man in profile, made in 1898 by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. The drawing has a sketchy quality and is printed on beige paper, with a beige tint stone shaping the overall tone.
Description
The man faces right, shown in profile. Thin, flowing contours outline his face, and his hair falls loosely backward. A collared shirt is visible. Faint strokes in the background suggest a wall or a textured surface. Light from the left emphasizes the profile; beige and gray dominate the palette.
Context
The lithograph dates from 1898, when Toulouse-Lautrec turned increasingly to printmaking. It belongs to a series, likely intended for an album or portfolio. The sitter cannot be identified with certainty; the artist often drew on people from his Parisian circle as models.
Impact
The restrained color and loose line give the portrait an immediate, familiar feel. Because all extraneous detail is omitted, the silhouette stands out clearly, creating a quiet, collected mood.
Technique
The lithograph was printed with a beige tint stone on laid paper. This method allows for fine, graduated lines and an evenly matte surface. The tint stone produces the subdued coloration characteristic of printmaking of that period.
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Source: Metropolitan Museum of Art · Public Domain (CC0 1.0)