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| Etienne-Lucien
Martin
Biographical The possible model for Van Gogh's portrait, Martin was a local postman and proprietor of the Grand-Bouillon Restaurant du Chalet where Van Gogh was a regular, and he likely created the portrait as a gesture of thanks after being allowed to exhibit his and his friends’ work there—though the exhibition ended abruptly following a dispute, and Martin never received the painting. Originally painted in brighter tones, van Gogh later chose a muted palette of blues and greys, further softened over time as red pigments faded. The portrait, showing Martin in his work clothes and seated with a direct, engaging gaze, is characterised by expressive brushwork and thick layers of paint, capturing the quiet dignity and presence of an ordinary figure. Place of birth: Paris Place of death: Paris |
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