Portrait of Meryon Sitting up in Bed 1858
leopoldflameng
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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photo of handprinted image
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drawing
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light pencil work
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pale palette
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ink paper printed
# print
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white palette
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men
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watercolour illustration
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tonal art
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remaining negative space
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sketchbook art
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watercolor
Léopold Flameng's "Portrait of Meryon Sitting up in Bed" is a poignant etching from 1858 depicting the artist Charles Meryon in a moment of vulnerability. The print, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, captures Meryon's likeness as he rests in bed, his gaze focused on the viewer. Flameng masterfully uses chiaroscuro and detailed lines to evoke a sense of intimacy and introspection, reflecting Meryon's struggles with mental illness. This powerful depiction of the artist's personal journey offers a unique perspective on the creative spirit and the human condition.
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