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Henry Bonaventure Monnier — Self-Portrait in the Role of M. Prud'homme

Henry Bonaventure Monnier

Self-Portrait in the Role of M. Prud'homme

1873

Comic theatrical character comes to life through expressive brushwork and keen observation, reflecting the artist's dual career as performer and visual chronicler of Parisian society.

Medium
watercolor and gouache with pen and ink on laid paper

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Henry Bonaventure Monnier, Self-Portrait in the Role of M. Prud'homme, 1873

Comic theatrical character comes to life through expressive brushwork and keen observation, reflecting the artist's dual career as performer and visual chronicler of Parisian society.

Medium
watercolor and gouache with pen and ink on laid paper
Year
1873
Seen at
Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, OH

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Watercolor, Works on Paper, Modern, Drawing, Unique Work

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