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Charles Baudelaire (French poet, critic, and writer, 1821-1867), c. 1863
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Charles Baudelaire (French poet, critic, and writer, 1821-1867), c. 1863
Charles Baudelaire (French poet, critic, and writer, 1821-1867), c. 1863. Woodburytype, from the periodical " Galerie Contemporaine Litteraire, Artistique" (1878), volume 5
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This print showcases the enigmatic figure of Charles Baudelaire, a renowned French poet, critic, and writer of the 19th century. Captured by the talented photographer Etienne Carjat in approximately 1863, this woodburytype image emanates an aura of intellectual depth and artistic brilliance. Baudelaire's piercing gaze draws us into his world, revealing a man who was both introspective and rebellious in nature. His disheveled hair and intense expression hint at the inner turmoil that fueled his groundbreaking literary works. As one of the leading figures of French literature, Baudelaire's influence on poetry and art cannot be overstated. His collection "Les Fleurs du Mal" (The Flowers of Evil) challenged societal norms with its exploration of taboo themes such as eroticism and decadence. Through his critical essays, he championed artists like Edgar Allan Poe while challenging traditional notions of beauty. Carjat masterfully captures Baudelaire's essence in this portrait from "Galerie Contemporaine Litteraire, Artistique" published in 1878. The fine details rendered by the woodburytype technique lend a timeless quality to this image. Today, we are reminded not only of Baudelaire's literary genius but also his enduring legacy as an iconoclast who dared to push boundaries. This photograph serves as a testament to his lasting impact on French literature and beyond.
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