Artwork

Lola de Valence

Lola de Valence, by Edouard Manet, 1862
Lola de Valence, by Edouard Manet, 1862

Lola de Valence 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

Lola de Valence is a print by Édouard Manet, created in 1862. It is currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a woman in a long, flowing dress with a lace shawl and wide-brimmed hat. She stands with a relaxed posture, gazing calmly to the side. The subject is captured in a serene and contemplative state.

Technique & Style

Manet employed rapid, expressive lines to convey the folds and textures of the subject's clothing, particularly the intricate lace. The background is largely unrendered, directing the viewer's attention to the figure.

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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