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Man on a balcony, Boulevard Haussmann, 1880 (oil on canvas)
CH430292 Man on a balcony, Boulevard Haussmann, 1880 (oil on canvas) by Caillebotte, Gustave (1848-94); 116.5x89.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: L Homme au balcon; ); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23011158
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Admiring Awning Back Back View Bourgeois Cast Iron Flaneur Frock Coat Gazing Hand On Hip Haussmannisation Modernity Rear View Top Hat View From The Back
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This print captures a moment frozen in time on the bustling Boulevard Haussmann in 1880. Painted by Gustave Caillebotte, "Man on a balcony" showcases the artist's keen eye for detail and his ability to capture the essence of Parisian life during the era of haussmannisation. In this oil on canvas masterpiece, we see a man standing confidently on a balcony, gazing out onto the street below. Dressed in a distinguished frock coat and top hat, he exudes an air of sophistication and modernity that was characteristic of the bourgeois class at that time. The architectural elements surrounding him are equally impressive - cast iron railings frame the scene while elegant windows reveal glimpses into interior spaces. The trees lining the boulevard add a touch of nature amidst this urban landscape. As an impressionist work, Caillebotte masterfully uses light and brushstrokes to create depth and movement within his painting. The man's hand resting casually on his hip suggests an attitude of leisurely observation, embodying the concept of flaneurism often associated with Parisian culture. This print offers viewers a unique perspective - not only do we witness this man admiring his surroundings from behind but we also become observers ourselves as we admire both Caillebotte's artistic prowess and our own connection to history through this timeless piece.
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