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Boy with a Sword, 1861 (oil on canvas)
3468936 Boy with a Sword, 1861 (oil on canvas) by Manet, Edouard (1832-83); 131.1x93.4 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Manetas stepson, Leon KoA'lla-Leenhoff, posed for this picture in 1861, when he was about ten years old. Manet dressed him in a seventeenth-century costume, adding a period sword as a prop); French, out of copyright
Media ID 18261327
© Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA / Bridgeman Images
French Impressionism French Impressionist Pose
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The captivating oil painting "Boy with a Sword, 1861" by Edouard Manet is a striking portrayal of his stepson, Leon Koëlla-Leenhoff. At the tender age of ten, Leon posed for this masterpiece that now resides in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Manet's artistic genius shines through as he adorns young Leon in an exquisite seventeenth-century costume, transporting us to another era. The addition of a period sword as a prop adds an air of intrigue and adventure to the composition. This French impressionist work showcases Manet's ability to capture not only physical likeness but also the essence and spirit of his subject. The boy's gaze is direct and confident, hinting at his youthful determination and potential. The full-length portrait allows us to appreciate every detail meticulously rendered by Manet's brushstrokes. From the intricate folds of fabric to the subtle play of light on Leon's face, each element contributes to the overall sense of realism that characterizes this piece. "Boy with a Sword" stands as both a testament to Manet's technical skill and an intimate glimpse into familial relationships during nineteenth-century France. It serves as a timeless reminder that art has the power to transcend time and connect us across generations.
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