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George Moore (1852–1933) at the Café

1878 or 1879
Not on view
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

Object Information
  • 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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