Artwork
Le Bailarin ( Don Mariano Camprubi )
Le Bailarin ( Don Mariano Camprubi ) is a print by the Impressionist artist Edouard Manet. It dates from 1862 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Le Bailarin (Don Mariano Camprubi) is an 1862 print by Édouard Manet, now in the collection of The Cleveland Museum of Art, portraying the Spanish dancer Don Mariano Camprubi in formal attire.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, Don Mariano Camprubi, is depicted in a dignified, elegant pose, conveying sophistication through his elaborate, intricately detailed costume and restrained, slightly smiling expression.
Technique & Style
Manet employs chiaroscuro to create depth, juxtaposing the subject's dark, neatly styled hair and shoes against a plain background, while meticulous attention to the outfit's patterns underscores the sitter's refinement.
History & Provenance
Created in 1862, the work is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, though specific acquisition details are not provided here.
Context
As a portrait of a dancer, Le Bailarin reflects Manet's interest in capturing contemporary figures, blending traditional portraiture with emerging modernist sensibilities.
Legacy
While specific influences or direct artistic legacies of Le Bailarin are not detailed, it contributes to Manet's broader oeuvre exploring light, form, and the modern figure.
Artist & collection
Artist
Édouard Manet didn’t have much time to make his mark—he died at 51—but he used every year.
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