Pierre Bonnard 1900

This 1900 charcoal drawing by Odilon Redon, a French symbolist painter, depicts the artist Pierre Bonnard. The work is characterized by Redon's signature style of soft, hazy lines and subtle shading, creating a sense of depth and mystery. Bonnard's profile, rendered with a keen attention to detail, reveals his distinctive features, including his full beard and pensive expression. The drawing exemplifies Redon's mastery of capturing likeness and personality through minimalist means, highlighting his influence on the development of portraiture in the early 20th century.