Subject

Parasol

Archery Contest — Chinese Qing Dynasty

Parasol is a subject in art. The gallery holds 27 works in this subject in art, including works by Gustave Courbet, Chinese Qing Dynasty and Édouard Manet.

An umbrella (parasol or rarely parapluie) is a folding canopy supported by wooden or metal ribs that is mounted on a wooden, metal, or plastic pole. It is usually designed to protect a person against sun or rain.

Key artists

Works

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Frequently asked questions

What is Parasol?

Parasol is a subject in art. An umbrella (parasol or rarely parapluie) is a folding canopy supported by wooden or metal ribs that is mounted on a wooden, metal, or plastic pole.

How many Parasol works does Artifact World Gallery have?

Artifact World Gallery holds 27 public-domain Parasol works, all free to view and download.

Who are the key Parasol artists?

Key Parasol artists in the collection include Gustave Courbet, Chinese Qing Dynasty and Édouard Manet.

Where can I see Parasol works?

Parasol works in the collection are held by Metropolitan Museum of Art, Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris and National Gallery of Art.