The artwork titled “Parisienne Study of Ellen Andree,” completed by Édouard Manet in 1874 in Paris, France, is an oil painting on canvas. It belongs to the Impressionism art movement and represents the portrait genre. This masterpiece is currently housed in the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, Sweden.
The artwork depicts a woman, identified as Ellen Andree, standing confidently in a full-length portrait. She is adorned in an elaborate, elegant black dress that emphasizes the luxurious and formal fashion of the time. The dress features intricate details and flows down to the ground, with her left hand holding a small, delicate object, possibly a fan. Her hair is styled neatly under a black hat embellished with ribbons and feathers. The background of the artwork is plain, ensuring that the viewer’s attention remains entirely on the subject. The brushwork characteristic of Impressionism is evident in the subtle blending of colors and the way light reflects off the textures of the fabric, capturing both the grace of the subject and the elegance of the era.
