Мане | Manet

Manet

Gilles Neret, 2016

Overview

Considered a master of inestimable importance in the history of painting, French artist Edouard Manet (1832-1883) paved the way from Realism to Impressionism, ushering in the age of modern art. Though violently criticized during his lifetime for his provocative paintings, his work is now celebrated. His 1863 painting "Dejeuner sur l'herbe," depicting two clothed men picnicking with a nude woman, stirred controversy for its perceived audacity and was famously rejected by the Paris Salon, exhibited instead in the Salon des Refuses.

Who it's for

• Art history enthusiasts
• Students of Realism and Impressionism
• Readers interested in 19th-century French art
• Those curious about artistic controversy

Key features

• Language: English
• Hardcover binding
• 96 pages
• ISBN: 9783836535106
• Publisher: Taschen
• Year: 2016