Artwork

Interior at Arcachon

Interior at Arcachon, by Edouard Manet, oil, 1871
Interior at Arcachon, by Edouard Manet, oil, 1871

Interior at Arcachon is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Edouard Manet. It dates from 1871 and is held in the collection of the Clark Art Institute.

About this work

Overview

Interior at Arcachon is an 1871 oil painting by Édouard Manet, currently part of the Clark Art Institute's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting portrays a tranquil domestic scene in Arcachon, featuring a man in dark clothing seated at a table and a woman in a blue dress seated in a chair, both absorbed in quiet pursuits.

Technique & Style

Manet's use of light and shadow imbues the scene with depth and atmosphere. Visible brushstrokes add a textured quality to the work.

History & Provenance

Created in 1871, the painting is now held in the collection of the Clark Art Institute.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Edouard Manet

Artist

Edouard Manet

Édouard Manet didn’t have much time to make his mark—he died at 51—but he used every year.

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