Berthe Morisot (1872)
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This captivating drawing, titled "Berthe Morisot," was created by the renowned French painter Édouard Manet in 1872. The artwork exquisitely captures Berthe Morisot, a distinguished artist in her own right and a key figure in the Impressionist movement. The drawing is a stark yet tender representation that focuses on Morisot’s visage, portraying her with striking expressiveness and immediacy.In this sketch, Morisot is depicted with soft, yet defined features, her gaze slightly averted as if lost in contemplation. The simplicity of the sketch, executed with loose but confident lines, beautifully conveys the delicate nuances of her expression. Her eyes and the subtle tilt of her head provide a glimpse into her thoughtful demeanor. Manet’s use of light strokes to detail her hair and clothing adds a fluidity to the image, lending an air of ephemeral grace.This piece is not just a portrait but a testament to the personal and professional admiration between Manet and Morisot. It provides insight into the artistic circles of 19th-century France, where mutual influences shaped the evolution of European art.
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Édouard Manet (1832–1883) was a French modernist painter and one of the first 19th century artists to paint modern life. His impressionist style is characterized by relatively small and thin brushstrokes that create emphasis on light depiction. Manet was one of the key artists in the transition from realism to impressionism, along with Claude Monet, Edgar Degas, and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. However, he resisted involvement in any one specific style of painting, and only presented his work to the Salon of Paris instead of impressionist exhibitions. His early masterworks, The Luncheon on the Grass and Olympia, created great controversy and served as a rallying point for other young painters.