Pertuiset, The Lion Hunter
1881
Manet sketches Eugène Pertuiset, a famous French lion hunter, looking surprisingly relaxed for a man who chases big cats. Instead of a dramatic safari scene, we see him sitting casually by a tree, cradling a long rifle across his lap with a stoic, almost bored expression. The scratchy, rapid ink lines capture the texture of his coat and the rough bark of the tree, showing off Manet's masterful ability to suggest form with just a few strokes. It’s a charming glimpse into the Parisian fascination with exotic adventurers during the late 19th century.
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