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a black and white, closeup portrait photograph of a man, possibly from the 1930s or 1940s. he is dressed in a lightcolored suit and tie, his hands are clasped in front of his chest.  his expression is serious and contemplative, suggesting a thoughtful or pensive mood. the background is dark, creating a highcontrast image that emphasizes the subject. the photograph has a vintage quality, consistent with the style of portrait photography of the era.  the man’s attire and demeanor suggest he might be a writer, artist, or other intellectual figure.

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Source: Jean Cocteau by Germaine Krull on artnet

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Created by: Val (@fishlove)

Parent collection: Germaine Krull (1897 - 1985)

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Created at: 2024-12-07T03:49:08.974Z

Updated at: 2025-03-15T00:18:18.124Z


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What is in the image: a black and white, closeup portrait photograph of a man, possibly from the 1930s or 1940s. he is dressed in a lightcolored suit and tie, his hands are clasped in front of his chest. his expression is serious and contemplative, suggesting a thoughtful or pensive mood. the background is dark, creating a highcontrast image that emphasizes the subject. the photograph has a vintage quality, consistent with the style of portrait photography of the era. the man’s attire and demeanor suggest he might be a writer, artist, or other intellectual figure.

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WDTagged Tags: monochrome, 1boy, male focus, greyscale, solo, necktie, realistic, shirt, upper body, collared shirt, crossed arms, looking to the side, closed mouth, traditional media