Portrait of Alfred Cadart 1875

This 1875 etching by Marcellin Desboutin, "Portrait of Alfred Cadart," is a striking example of the artist's distinctive style. The close-up composition and subtle lines capture Cadart's intense gaze, creating a sense of intimacy and realism. The etching's soft tones and delicate details showcase Desboutin's mastery of this technique, highlighting his contributions to the development of printmaking in the late 19th century. "Portrait of Alfred Cadart" is a valuable work for understanding the artistic circles of Paris in the 1870s, where Desboutin's portraits of fellow artists and intellectuals played a key role. This artwork is currently on display at The Art Institute of Chicago.