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The Alcoholic, Father Mathias; A la Boutique, Chateau du Bosc: Le Buveur, Le Pere Mathias
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The Alcoholic, Father Mathias; A la Boutique, Chateau du Bosc: Le Buveur, Le Pere Mathias
652515 The Alcoholic, Father Mathias; A la Boutique, Chateau du Bosc: Le Buveur, Le Pere Mathias, 1882 (oil on canvas) by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); 45.8x55.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Alcoholic, Father Mathias; A la Boutique, Chateau du Bosc: Le Buveur, Le Pere Mathias. Henri de Toulouse- Lautrec (1864-1901). Oil on canvas. Signed and dated 1882. 45.8 x 55.3cm); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
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The Alcoholic, Father Mathias; A la Boutique, Chateau du Bosc - Le Buveur, Le Pere Mathias
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is a captivating oil painting by renowned French artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. Created in 1882, this melancholic masterpiece measures 45.8 x 55.3 cm and is currently held in a private collection. The painting depicts an elderly man named Father Mathias who struggles with addiction to alcohol. With folded arms and a downcast expression, he leans against a table in the dimly lit interior of the boutique at Chateau du Bosc. The artist's use of post-impressionist techniques adds depth and emotion to the scene. Toulouse-Lautrec skillfully captures the heartbreak and sadness that comes with dependency through his portrayal of Father Mathias. The old man's posture reflects his inner turmoil as he clings onto his drinker utensil, petrified by fear and consumed by his addiction. This artwork serves as a poignant reminder of the negative consequences that can arise from excessive drinking. It explores themes such as aging, loneliness, and human vulnerability within society during the late nineteenth century. With its fine attention to detail and masterful brushwork, "The Alcoholic" showcases Toulouse-Lautrec's artistic brilliance while shedding light on societal issues that still resonate today.
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