Portrait of Jules Claretie 1878

"Portrait of Jules Claretie" is a 19th-century etching by French artist Marcellin Desboutin. The artwork, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, captures Jules Claretie, a prominent French writer and theater director, in a close-up view. Desboutin's signature is placed below the image, adding authenticity to the piece, which has been printed on paper. This etching highlights Desboutin's mastery of line and detail, showcasing the subtle contours of Claretie's face and the texture of his beard.