Smoking in Large Hat (Self Portrait) 1888

"Smoking in Large Hat (Self Portrait)" is a self-portrait by French artist Marcellin Desboutin, created in 1888. The etching depicts the artist in profile, wearing a large, wide-brimmed hat and smoking a pipe. The image is rendered in a highly detailed style, with meticulous hatching and cross-hatching used to create a sense of depth and texture. Desboutin was known for his expressive portraits and his use of etching as a medium. The self-portrait in the Art Institute of Chicago provides a fascinating glimpse into the artist's personal style and artistic process.