Artwork
Mlle. Victorine in the Costume of an Espada
Mlle. Victorine in the Costume of an Espada is a print by the Impressionist artist Édouard Manet. It dates from 1862 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1925.445
- Credit line
- Gift of Ralph King
About this work
Overview
Mlle. Victorine in the Costume of an Espada is an 1862 print by French artist Édouard Manet, currently in the collection of The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts Mlle. Victorine in a hybrid costume, blending everyday attire with elements suggestive of a theatrical or festive Espada (bullfighter) costume, as she twirls or dances amidst a lively scene.
Technique & Style
Characterized by quick, sketchy lines, the work captures a sense of dynamic movement and energy, reflecting Manet's ability to convey spontaneity through his drawing technique.
History & Provenance
Created in 1862, the print's history prior to its acquisition by The Cleveland Museum of Art is not detailed here, highlighting only its current institutional ownership.
Context
The scene suggests a performance, party, or theatrical setting, with background figures playing musical instruments and a horseman, contextualizing Victorine's costume within a possibly festive or theatrical event.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Édouard Manet was a French modernist painter. He was one of the first 19th-century artists to paint modern life, as well as a pivotal figure in the transition from Realism to Impressionism.
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