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Alexandre Duval, French restaurant owner and society figure, 1900
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Alexandre Duval, French restaurant owner and society figure, 1900
Alexandre Duval, French restaurant owner and society figure, 1900. Duval inheited a chain of cheap restaurants founded by his father, the Bouillons Duval, from which Alexandre got the nickname, the Prince de Bouillon. He was known as a wit, a man of fashion, and a regular attendee at the most important theatrical premieres and social events. A photograph from Album de Photographies dans L Intimite de Personnages Illustres, 1860-1920, 6th album, Editions MD, Paris
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This print captures the essence of Alexandre Duval, a prominent French restaurant owner and society figure in 1900. As the inheritor of his father's chain of affordable restaurants, known as Bouillons Duval, Alexandre earned himself the nickname "the Prince de Bouillon". However, he was much more than just a restaurateur. Alexandre was renowned for his sharp wit, impeccable fashion sense, and regular presence at prestigious theatrical premieres and social gatherings. This photograph showcases him seated at his desk in an elegant study room adorned with exquisite furniture and a tasteful lampshade. The ambiance exudes sophistication and refinement. With intense focus on his work, Alexandre epitomizes dedication to his profession. His posture reflects both confidence and authority as he navigates through the demands of running successful restaurants while maintaining an active social life. The monochrome aesthetic adds a timeless quality to this portrait from Album de Photographies dans L'Intimite de Personnages Illustres (1860-1920). It allows us to glimpse into the world of nineteenth-century France through the lens of this influential man. As we gaze upon this remarkable image captured by an unknown creator, we are transported back in time to witness not only Alexandre Duval but also an era defined by elegance, ambition, and cultural prominence.
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