Charles Baudelaire
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Charles Baudelaire
CHARLES BAUDELAIRE depicted drinking in a cafe : title page to a French edition of Treize petits poemes en prose
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1821 1867 Baudelaire Cafe Depicted Edition Petits Title
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Charles Baudelaire: A Literary Rebel at His Local Cafe This evocative image captures the enigmatic figure of Charles Baudelaire (1821-1867), one of the most influential French poets and literary critics of the 19th century. Depicted here, Baudelaire is shown in a deep contemplation, engrossed in his thoughts as he sips his coffee in a bustling Parisian café. The title page of the French edition of his famous work, "Treize petits poèmes en prose" (Thirteen Small Prose Poems), is displayed prominently on the table before him. Baudelaire, known for his scandalous and provocative writings, was a pioneer of the modernist movement in literature. His groundbreaking collection of prose poems, published in 1866, challenged the traditional forms of poetry and paved the way for a new era in literary expression. The title page of this edition, published in 1867, just a year before his death, bears witness to Baudelaire's enduring legacy. The setting of the café is significant, as it was a place where Baudelaire spent countless hours writing, reflecting, and observing the world around him. The café culture of Paris in the 19th century was a breeding ground for intellectual and artistic innovation, and Baudelaire was a regular fixture among its denizens. This photograph, taken likely in the late 1860s, offers a glimpse into the life of a literary rebel who defied societal norms and pushed the boundaries of artistic expression. With his melancholic gaze and a cup of coffee in hand, Baudelaire embodies the bohemian spirit of Paris and the enduring allure of the written word.
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