Artwork
Portrait of Berthe Morisot
Portrait of Berthe Morisot is a print by the Impressionist artist Édouard Manet. It dates from 1872 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1952.446
- Credit line
- Dudley P. Allen Fund
About this work
Overview
Édouard Manet's Portrait of Berthe Morisot is a print created in 1872, now held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Berthe Morisot with a serious, slightly tense expression, wearing a large, elaborate hat and a dark, high-collared dress, conveying a sense of calm restraint.
Technique & Style
Characterized by loose, rapid lines, the print showcases Manet's sketch-like approach to portraiture, diverging from traditional formal portrait techniques.
Context
This work reflects the evolving styles of portrait painting in the late 19th century, foreshadowing the innovations of Impressionism.
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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.
