Le déjeuner sur l'herbe

Édouard Manet

Created:
Movement:
1863
Realism
key Notes:
Controversial Realism, Modern Urban Picnic
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Dimensions:
208 cm × 264.5 cm
medium:
Oil on canvas
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Édouard Manet's "Le Déjeuner sur l'herbe" (1863)

"Le Déjeuner sur l'herbe", painted by Édouard Manet in 1863, is a seminal work in the transition from Realism to Impressionism. The painting's depiction of a nude woman picnicking with two fully dressed men was considered scandalous at the time, challenging traditional artistic conventions and societal norms. Manet's bold use of color and light, as well as his unconventional composition, marked a departure from the academic standards of the period. This work was initially rejected by the Paris Salon, leading to its exhibition at the Salon des Refusés, where it garnered significant attention and controversy. Manet, a pivotal figure in the art world, played a crucial role in the development of modern art, influencing a generation of Impressionist painters. His innovative approach and willingness to defy artistic norms have cemented his legacy as a pioneer of modernism.

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Le déjeuner sur l'herbe by Édouard Manet

Édouard Manet's "Le déjeuner sur l'herbe," created in 1863 using oil on canvas, is a seminal work that challenged traditional artistic conventions with its depiction of a nude female figure alongside clothed men in a contemporary setting. The painting, which is considered a precursor to modern art, is housed in the Musée d'Orsay in Paris.

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Le déjeuner sur l'herbe