manet
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A French painter: Édouard Manet was a 19th-century French painter. He is considered a pivotal figure in the transition from Realism to Impressionism in art history. His work often depicted modern life and challenged traditional artistic conventions.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The museum is hosting a major exhibition featuring works by Manet.
- Art historians often discuss Manet's influence on the Impressionist movement.
- "Olympia" and "Luncheon on the Grass" are two of Manet's most famous paintings.
Advanced Usage
- "a Manet": Can be used informally to refer to a painting created by Édouard Manet.
- The collector was thrilled to acquire a genuine Manet.
Variants and Related Words
- Manetian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of the style or work of Édouard Manet.
- The artist's early work shows a distinctly Manetian approach to composition.
Synonyms
- Artist: A person who produces paintings or drawings as a profession or hobby.
- Painter: An artist who paints pictures.
Notes on Usage
- "Manet" is a proper noun and is always capitalized.
- It refers specifically to the individual, Édouard Manet. It is not a common noun for a type of art or style, though his name is associated with a specific artistic approach.
Noun
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French painter whose work influenced the impressionists (1832-1883)
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