Street Scene
1869-1931
Boldini captures a grumpy Parisian gentleman with a mustache so large and drooping it practically becomes a character of its own. The frantic, scratchy lines suggest this was done in a flash, perhaps capturing a fleeting moment on a busy boulevard before the subject could scowl away. Known as the 'Master of Swish' for his elegant society portraits, here Boldini shows his raw, energetic side, turning a simple street scene into a study of attitude. The stamp in the corner hints at its home in the Musée Carnavalet, the museum dedicated to the history of Paris.
Location: Musée Carnavalet, Paris
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