Portret van Charles Baudelaire met hoge hoed 1869

Edouard Manet's 1869 etching, *Portret van Charles Baudelaire met hoge hoed,* is a simple, yet striking portrait of the French poet Charles Baudelaire. The work depicts Baudelaire in profile, wearing a top hat, and is executed in a minimal, almost schematic style. This is a classic example of Manet's sketch-like style, where he emphasized line and form over detail. The etching exemplifies Manet’s interest in capturing the essence of his subject, creating a powerful portrait of a prominent figure in French literature.