“Plum,” an artwork by Edouard Manet, was created in 1878 in Paris, France. This piece, executed in oil on canvas, measures 73.6 by 50.2 centimeters. As part of the Impressionism movement, this genre painting captures a moment of quiet introspection.
The artwork depicts a young woman seated in what appears to be a cafe setting. She is dressed in a delicate pink dress with lace detailing and adorned with a white hat trimmed with black ribbon. Her expression is thoughtful and somewhat melancholic, as she rests her chin on her right hand while her left hand holds a cigarette. On the marble table before her lies a small glass dish containing a plum, indicating a moment of pause and contemplation. The background displays ornate motifs, contributing to the intimate yet public atmosphere of the scene. The use of light and color reflects the influence of Impressionism, highlighting both the mundane and the emotive aspects of everyday life.
