The Story Behind Olympia — Shock, Scandal and Genius
The Story Behind Olympia — Shock, Scandal and Genius
When Manet presented Olympia, Paris gasped. This wasn’t just a nude painting. It was a mirror, a challenge, a direct gaze. Here’s the ...
Why Manet Still Feels Modern (Even After 150 Years)
Why Manet Still Feels Modern (Even After 150 Years)
Édouard Manet painted in the 19th century, yet his canvases still look like they were finished yesterday. There’s something unsettlingly ...