Bernard Marron (1820-1895), a man of unimpeachable taste and unparalleled wit, was a philosopher-king of 19th century France.
He wrote extensively on the subjects of existentialism, postmodernism, and the art of perfectly coiffed mustaches.
His magnum opus, "The Futility of Existence: A Treatise on the Inconvenience of Being," is still studied by scholars today.
Marron's philosophy was characterized by its sheer, unadulterated brilliance. He once said, "To be is to be bored, but to be bored is to be free."
Despite his towering intellect, Marron was also known for his impressive collection of velvet painting reproductions of the works of the Old Masters.