Artwork
The Infanta Marguerita (Infante Marguerite)
The Infanta Marguerita (Infante Marguerite) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Édouard Manet. It dates from 1861 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. Edouard Manet created the etching 'The Infanta Marguerita' in 1861, a portrait of a young royal figure.
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Overview
Edouard Manet created the etching 'The Infanta Marguerita' in 1861, a portrait of a young royal figure.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is Infante Marguerite, a member of European royalty, though the etching's context or specific inspiration from Manet's oeuvre is unclear.
Technique & Style
Executed as an etching, the work showcases Manet's engagement with printmaking techniques, characteristic of his experimental approach across mediums.
History & Provenance
Created in 1861, the etching's early history and ownership trail are not detailed in available information.
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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.
