Paul Viaud as an 18th-Century Admiral by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. A man in a vibrant red 18th-century naval uniform and powdered wig gazes at a distant ship on a dark green sea.

Paul Viaud as an 18th-Century Admiral

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

1901 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A bold Post-Impressionist portrait by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, featuring a striking red admiral's coat against a moody nautical backdrop.

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Where it works

A bold work with active energy with a neutral color register — gives the room a clear visual center.

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Living Room · Library · Study
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Strongest on wider walls where it can anchor the room
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Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Rich brown, Muted red, Deep green

About the piece

Painted in 1901, this work by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec depicts his friend Paul Viaud dressed as an 18th-century admiral. The composition is defined by the electrifying contrast between the bright red uniform and the deep, atmospheric tones of the ocean and sky, showcasing the artist's expressive brushwork and modern, graphic sensibility.

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