Polin
1898
Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec brings the famous French entertainer Polin to life in this energetic 1898 sketch. The burly figure, bundled in a heavy coat and cap, leans forward to gaze at a bustling scene below, while a string of whimsical circles floats above his head like smoke rings or floating thoughts. Known for his vivid depictions of Parisian nightlife, Lautrec uses loose, scratchy lines to capture the raw energy and character of the bohemian world he loved.
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