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In Olympia (1863), Édouard Manet reimagines the traditional nude with stark modernity. A reclining woman meets the viewer’s gaze directly, her expression poised and unapologetic. Beside her, a Black maid offers a bouquet, hinting at unseen narratives. The composition’s flatness and bold contours defy classical ideals, confronting societal norms of the time. Upon its 1865 Salon debut, the painting incited scandal for its candid portrayal of a courtesan and its challenge to artistic conventions. Today, housed in the Musée d’Orsay, Olympia stands as a pivotal work that ushered in modernist sensibilities. This work can be seen at [The Musée d’Orsay, Paris,https://www.musee-orsay.fr/en/artworks/olympia-712]

Duration: 00:01:34

Categories: Old Masters,Slow Art

Tags: edouard, manet, olympia, edouard manet, manet, olympia, 19th century, old master, old masters, portrait, nude, painting, musee d’orsay, paris, france, french, french art, french artist, historical, art history

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