Maxime Dethomas
About this artwork
This portrait in pastel depicts Maxime Dethomas, a French artist and set designer, shown in profile wearing a top hat. The work demonstrates Toulouse-Lautrec's characteristic expressive line and interest in Parisian nightlife culture.
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Maxime Dethomas was a close friend of Toulouse-Lautrec and a prominent figure in the Parisian avant-garde theater scene. Known for his imposing appearance and deep voice, Dethomas frequently collaborated with the artist and even provided sketches for the sets of productions they both frequented. This portrait captures his presence as a regular at the famous café-concerts that define the era of the Fin de Siècle.
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Maxime Dethomas
Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, 1896
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