Gustave Lucien Dennery 1883

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec's 1883 portrait "Gustave Lucien Dennery" depicts the playwright and librettist seated on a patterned rug, his relaxed pose emphasizing his contemplative expression. The artist's signature use of bold lines and flat areas of color, characteristic of his Post-Impressionist style, lends a striking immediacy to the image. Currently displayed at the Musée d'Orsay, Paris, this portrait showcases Lautrec's fascination with the Parisian social scene and his ability to capture the essence of his subjects.