Woman Before a Mirror
- Artist
- Edouard Manet
- Date
- 1877 ; Paris , France
- Style
- Impressionism
- Genre
- Genre painting
- Location
- Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
Woman Before a Mirror" by Edouard Manet (1877, Paris, France) is a striking example of his mastery in genre painting and Impressionism. Executed in oil on canvas, the work portrays a woman gazing into a mirror, capturing intimate details and subtle reflections. Manet's innovative approach to light and brushwork prefigures Impressionist techniques, emphasizing momentary perception over detailed realism. Though lesser known than his brother, Eugène Manet, his contribution to modern art remains significant, blending traditional genre themes with emerging Impressionist sensibilities.
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