Marguerite Gauthier-Lathuille
- Original dimensions
- 50.5 x 61 cm
- Museum
- Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon
- Year
- 1878
Scene depicted
The painting "Marguerite Gauthier-Lathuille" is a captivating portrait of a woman with delicate elegance. Elevated to the status of muse, Marguerite seems to illustrate a life of sweetness, radiant with youth and charm. The striking pose captivates the eye, while the light enhances her facial features and the texture of her dress, inviting the viewer to immerse themselves in a world of grace and contemplation.
Historical context
Work : Marguerite Gauthier-Lathuille |BRK| Artist : Édouard Manet |BRK| Year : 1878 |BRK| Museum : Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon |BRK| Dimensions : 50.5 x 61 cm |BRK|
Place in the artist's career
This painting marks a period of maturity in Manet’s career, where he excels in capturing the moment. Its connection with other works, such as "Le Déjeuner sur l'herbe" and "Olympia," demonstrates both technical and emotional evolution, revealing a more intimate approach to his subjects, and marking a turning point in his painting style.
Anecdote
Manet, renowned for his ability to capture human essence, is said to have once shared: “Painting is a cry in silence, a vow to beauty.” He is believed to have painted Marguerite on a radiant morning, in the soft light of a Parisian spring, where inspiration brushed every street corner. This emotion resonates in the evocative power of the painting .