Portrait of Edmond Maitre 1869

"Portrait of Edmond Maître" is a realist oil painting by Frédéric Bazille, created in 1869. The painting depicts the artist's friend, Edmond Maitre, in a three-quarter profile, seated and holding a cigar. The work showcases Bazille's keen observation of detail and his ability to capture the nuances of light and shadow, evident in Maitre's facial features and the folds of his clothing. The painting is a testament to Bazille's talent and his place within the Impressionist movement, despite his tragically early death at the age of 28.