The artwork titled “Portrait of M. Paul Sescau” was painted by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec circa 1891. This oil painting belongs to the Post-Impressionism movement, a genre that is known for its vivid colors, thick paint application, and real-life subject matter. The portrait measures 83.2 by 36.2 centimeters and is part of the collection at the Brooklyn Museum in New York City, New York, United States.
The artwork captures the figure of M. Paul Sescau, a figure who stands elegantly, donned in a formal overcoat, trousers, and topped with a high hat. Sescau’s posture is relaxed yet portrays a sense of confidence; he is leaning slightly on a cane with one hand in his pocket. His facial expression is composed and contemplative. The background contains what appears to be artworks, with a framed piece prominently displayed beside the figure, possibly indicating an interior setting associated with art or creativity. The use of light and shadow, along with the brushwork, gives the painting a textured and dynamic quality that is characteristic of Toulouse-Lautrec’s style.
