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A Corner of the Table, 1872 (oil on canvas)
XIR16607 A Corner of the Table, 1872 (oil on canvas) by Fantin-Latour, Ignace Henri Jean (1836-1904); 160x225 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; (add.info.: Au Coin de la Table; Left to Right: Paul Verlaine, Arthur Rimbaud, Elzear Bonnier (poet) Leon Valade (poet) Emile Blemont (poet) Jean Aicard (writer) Ernest d Hervilly (poet) Camille Pelletan (politician); a poets society finishing a meal together. Out of these eight diners, posterity would remember only two: Verlaine and Rimbaud, sitting side by side, seemingly isolated from the others for eternity); French, out of copyright
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A Corner of the Table, 1872
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is a captivating oil on canvas painting by Ignace Henri Jean Fantin-Latour that captures a moment in time when eight influential figures from the literary and political world gathered for a meal. The scene depicts Paul Verlaine, Arthur Rimbaud, Elzear Bonnier, Leon Valade, Emile Blemont, Jean Aicard, Ernest d Hervilly, and Camille Pelletan engaged in various activities such as eating, smoking, reading and conversing. Despite their proximity to one another at the table's corner, it is clear that Verlaine and Rimbaud are set apart from the rest. Their intense gaze towards each other suggests an eternal connection that would be remembered throughout history. This painting not only showcases the camaraderie among these poets but also highlights their individuality within a group setting. Each figure represents different facets of French literature and politics during this period. Fantin-Latour's attention to detail brings life to this intimate gathering. From the flickering candlelight illuminating their faces to the rich textures of clothing and furniture surrounding them; every element adds depth to this mesmerizing composition. Displayed at Musee d'Orsay in Paris today; this artwork serves as a powerful reminder of how certain individuals can leave an indelible mark on society while others fade into obscurity. "A Corner of the Table" invites us to reflect upon our own place within history and consider what
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