The Ragpicker
1867
oil
From the collection of Norton Simon Museum
1867
oil
From the collection of Norton Simon Museum
Dominant colour
The Ragpicker is a 1867 oil by Edouard Manet, a Realism work, held at Norton Simon Museum.
This painting shows a man with a long white beard and hair, wearing a white shirt, blue pants, and a brown hat. He is holding a walking stick in his right hand and a bag over his left shoulder. The man is standing on a brown floor, with some trash scattered around him. The man's clothing is dirty and worn, and he looks like he has been working hard. He is looking down at the ground, and his expression is serious. The background of the painting is a dark brown color, which helps to highlight the man's figure. This painting is a great example of Édouard Manet's work, and it's definitely worth checking out if you're interested in learning more about his style and technique.
