George Moore (1852–1933) at the Café
In this unfinished portrait of 1878 or 1879, Manet depicts the Irish writer George Moore (1852–1933) at the popular Café de la Nouvelle-Athènes, a gathering place for artists and writers, where the two probably met.
Artwork Details
- Title: George Moore (1852–1933) at the Café
- Artist: Edouard Manet (French, Paris 1832–1883 Paris)
- Date: 1878 or 1879
- Medium: Oil on canvas
- Dimensions: 25 3/4 x 32 in. (65.4 x 81.3 cm)
- Classification: Paintings
- Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. Ralph J. Hines, 1955
- Object Number: 55.193
- Curatorial Department: European Paintings
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