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Woman Reading, Édouard Manet
Woman Reading, 1880–82

Édouard Manet

1832–1883 · Impressionism, Realism · 22 works

Manet combined direct observation with lessons from older painting, especially Spanish art. Strong contrasts and visible handling of paint unsettle expectations of a polished finish. His work helped open the way to Impressionism, although he continued to seek recognition at the official Salon.

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Life and work

1867
Holds an independent exhibition

Manet presented a one-man exhibition in Paris while continuing to pursue acceptance at the Salon.

Sources

22 works · 1860–1882

Original museum reproductions, with source records on every artwork page.

Artist information: National Gallery.

Public-domain art. An imagined museum; no museum affiliation.