Tama,the Japanese Dog
c. 1875
Meet Tama, a fluffy Japanese Chin who clearly thinks he owns the place! Édouard Manet painted this charming pup around 1875, capturing his sassy expression and plumed tail with loose, energetic brushstrokes. Notice the little doll lying at his feet? It adds a playful touch, suggesting Tama might have just finished a game of fetch—or perhaps he's just guarding his favorite toy. Manet was a master of capturing modern life, and this intimate pet portrait shows his softer, more personal side away from his famous café scenes.
- Technique
- Oil on canvas
Location: Musée d'Orsay, Paris
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