This print is a reproduction of one of Paul Cezanne's works, featuring a portrait of a man wearing a straw hat. The portrait is depicted in black and white, and the man is seen from a semi-profile angle. He meets the viewer's gaze with an arresting presence. Notably, the man's clothing, portrayed in the darkest value, serves as a grounding element in the composition.

Details:
Artist: Paul Cezanne (After)
Title: "L'Homme au chapeau de paille" (Man with Straw Hat)
Date: 1914
Medium: Original Heliogravure on paper
Edition: From the rare limited edition of 650
Publisher: Ambroise Vollard Editeur: 6 Rue Lafitte Paris France. Published 1914
Dimensions: 8.5 inches by 6 inches
Condition Report: In overall good condition.

About the artist:
Paul Cézanne was a French painter and one of the pioneers of modern art. He was born in Aix-en-Provence in 1839. Initially, he pursued studies in law, but in 1861, he left law school to pursue art in Paris. Cézanne's early works faced criticism when exhibited at the Salon des Refusés in 1863, but he persevered and later became associated with the Impressionists. He exhibited with the Impressionists in 1874 and 1877.

Cézanne's approach to painting differed from the Impressionists, as he focused on the structural aspects of objects rather than the effects of light. His compositions emphasized cubic forms, patches of color, and architectural lines. By the late 1870s, he had developed his distinctive style, often classified as "Post-Impressionist," which simultaneously depicted deep space and flat design.

During the period from 1890 to 1905, Cézanne produced a series of masterpieces, including landscapes featuring Mont Sainte-Victoire, portraits like "Boy in a Red Waist-Coat," numerous still-life paintings, and the famous "Bathers" series of nudes. Although his first one-man exhibition in 1895 received a cool reception, Cézanne gradually gained acceptance.

Cézanne's work was a significant source of inspiration for the development of Cubism, influencing artists like Georges Braque and Pablo Picasso. His contributions to art history have solidified his legacy as one of the most influential figures in modern painting, known for his revolutionary approach to depicting the world.