Man with a Pipe 1892

"Man with a Pipe" (1892) by Paul Cézanne is a portrait painting of a man in a hat, holding a pipe. This work exemplifies Cézanne's artistic exploration of form and color, breaking down the subject into geometric shapes. The brushstrokes are visible, adding a sense of texture to the canvas. Cézanne's approach to portraiture, prioritizing structure over realistic representation, influenced future generations of artists, solidifying his place as a pivotal figure in Post-Impressionism.