Paul Verlaine 1895

portrait

pencil drawn

amateur sketch

light pencil work

pencil sketch

incomplete sketchy

charcoal drawing

charcoal art

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male-portraits

pencil drawing

pen-ink sketch

pencil work

"Paul Verlaine" is an 1895 etching by Swedish artist Anders Zorn. The artwork depicts a portrait of the French poet Paul Verlaine, known for his symbolist poetry and bohemian lifestyle. Zorn’s masterful use of line and shading creates a striking image of Verlaine, capturing his distinctive features and intensity. The etching is currently housed in the Auckland Art Gallery in Auckland, New Zealand. This artwork offers a unique glimpse into the life and spirit of a prominent figure in late 19th-century French literature.