Reclining Young Woman in Spanish Costume
1862-63
Manet captures his favorite model, Victorine Meurent, lounging on a plush crimson chaise in a bold Spanish-inspired outfit, with a fan resting near her feet. She looks delightfully bored, arm behind her head, while a tiny dog plays with an orange nearby—a playful nod to Spanish still-life traditions. This piece comes from Manet's 'Spanish period,' where he was obsessed with the drama of Goya and Velázquez, trading traditional academic poses for something much more casual and modern.
- Technique
- Oil on canvas
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