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Jean-Claude Denis sets an immediately atmospheric tone with this 1991 Albin Michel release, whose cover depicts a dimly lit artist's studio where a standing figure in silhouette faces an older, more solidly rendered man beside a large canvas — the interplay of shadow and light giving the scene a quietly suspenseful mood. Potted plants, art supplies, and a slanted skylight window bathed in warm amber complete the carefully composed setting, showcasing Denis's refined linework and subtle color palette. A compelling visual invitation into what promises to be a thoughtful, art-world mystery.