Edmond Dutry 20th Century Watercolour along with five key figures

along with five key figures from his inner circle: family members elevated to royalty and distinguished military commanders who became Marshals of the Empire

This provenance adds considerable value to the piece as a documented example of French Romantic printmaking

This 1991 watercolour and pencil work titled "Naked Back" represents a direct graphic transcription of verses by French poet Pierre Emmanuel (1916-1984)

whose niece he married in 1672

Dimensions: 41 x 55 cm / 16¼ x 21½ in

Edmond Dutry 20th Century Watercolour along with five key figuresAbout the Portrait This striking oil portrait on canvas, mounted on wood, by the distinguished Belgian painter Edmond Dutry (1897 1959) captures the intense gaze of a gentleman. Painted around 1950 in bold, expressive brushstrokes, the artist blends warm flesh tones with cool blue and green shadows, creating depth and psychological intensity. The subject's serious expression and direct look toward the viewer give this work a timeless character, while