Figure Studies
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Pierre-Auguste Renoir
A tender Impressionist moment by Pierre-Auguste Renoir capturing a quiet exchange between two figures.
The Confidence Man
Guy Pène du Bois
1919 · Oil Paint, Veneer Plywood, Panel
This evocative 1919 portrait by Guy Pène du Bois captures a moment of hushed intrigue and social tension between two figures in formal attire.
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Where it works
A quiet, grounding work with warm wood and umber notes — holds a composed wall with restraint.
- Often works in
- Living Room · Study · Library
- Placement
- Strong for entryways, narrow walls, and vertical placements
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Rich brown, Charcoal black, Soft yellow
About the piece
Created in 1919, 'The Confidence Man' is a compelling example of Guy Pène du Bois's astute social commentary and modernist technique. This oil on panel painting portrays a private interaction between a man in formal tuxedo and a woman in an elegant evening gown, highlighted by dramatic lighting that creates a sense of mystery against a rich, atmospheric green background.
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