Created:
Movement:
1868
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key Notes:
Leisure activity, Impressionistic movement.
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Dimensions:
24 x 36 1/4 in. (61 x 92 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
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Édouard Manet's "Skating" (1868)

Édouard Manet, a pivotal figure in the transition from Realism to Impressionism, created the painting "Skating" in 1868 using oil on canvas. This work captures the leisure activity of ice skating, reflecting the social dynamics and urban life of 19th-century Paris. Manet's innovative approach to composition and his use of light and shadow in "Skating" exemplify his departure from traditional techniques, influencing the Impressionist movement. The painting is notable for its depiction of modern life, a recurring theme in Manet's oeuvre, which challenged the conventions of academic art. Manet's work, including "Skating," played a crucial role in shaping the direction of modern art, inspiring contemporaries and future generations of artists. His contributions to art were recognized posthumously, as he faced criticism during his lifetime for his unconventional style.

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Skating by Édouard Manet

Édouard Manet's "Skating," created in 1868, is an oil on canvas painting that captures the lively atmosphere of a skating scene with his characteristic loose brushwork and attention to modern life. The artwork exemplifies Manet's transition towards Impressionism, focusing on contemporary leisure activities and the effects of light.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Skating