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Madame Théodore Gobillard (Yves Morisot)
- Original dimensions
- 65.1 x 55.2 cm
- Museum
- Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Year
- 1869
Scene depicted
In this composition, Degas offers us an intimate view of Madame Gobillard, also known as Yves Morisot. The subject, with her elegant posture and thoughtful gaze, evokes delicate introspection. The scene unfolds with incredible finesse, a testament to a bygone yet eternal era.
Historical context
Created in 1869, in Paris, this painting is part of the famous Impressionist movement. The work unfolds in a vibrant artistic context, representing a time when light and color take precedence over academic traditions. Currently, this canvas is housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art , where it attracts the attention of art lovers from all walks of life.
Place in the artist's career
This canvas fits into Degas's artistic maturity, a moment when his style stabilizes. Alongside masterpieces such as “L'Absinthe” and “La Danseuse au Tambourin,” this painting illustrates his evolution towards more personal and emotional representations.
Anecdote
Edgar Degas often said: “Beauty lies in the details.” It was one spring morning, as the soft light floated in the air, that he crossed paths with Madame Gobillard. Degas's passion for capturing fleeting moments has defied time, rendering this painting with vibrant emotion.