Poor Man (Pauvre homme)

Alphonse Legros

Associated Names
Alphonse Legros

Artist, French, 1837 - 1911

The image shows a bust of a man. The man is depicted in a seated position, hunched over slightly, with his head tilted downward and slightly to one side. His facial features are detailed, with a prominent nose and deep-set eyes, combined with a rugged, unshaven look. His hair appears short and thinning. He is wearing a long-sleeve garment that has visible folds and wrinkles. The fabric is subtly shaded, adding texture to the clothing. The man is holding an object close to his mouth with both hands. The background is dark and textured with cross-hatching lines.

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Bibliography

1923

  • A Catalogue of the Etchings, Drypoints and Lithographs by Professor Alphonse Legros (1837-1911) In the Collection of Frank E. Bliss. Preface by Campbell Dodgson. London: Privately printed, 1923.

Wikidata ID

Q65214439

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