Spanish Singer
painting by Manet
Also known as: “Guitarero”
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The painting "Spanish Singer," also known as "Guitarero," was created by French artist Édouard Manet in 1860. It was exhibited at the Salon of 1861, where it received enthusiastic praise from the French writer Théophile Gautier. The work depicts a Spanish singer, showcasing Manet's interest in contemporary subjects and his departure from traditional artistic techniques. This painting was an early example of Manet's engagement with Spanish themes and his developing style, which would later influence the Impressionist movement.
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