A Bar at the Folies-Bergère

Édouard Manet

A Bar at the Folies-Bergère

A Bar at the Folies-Bergère is an iconic painting by Édouard Manet that exemplifies the Impressionism art movement. Created in 1882, it portrays a scene inside the famous Parisian cabaret, capturing a complex narrative of social interactions and reflections. The painting showcases Manet's mastery of light, color, and composition, as well as his ability to capture the modernity and atmosphere of urban life. Through loose brushwork, bold colors, and fragmented perspectives, Manet explores the theme of perception and the blurred boundaries between reality and illusion. A Bar at the Folies-Bergère represents the Impressionists' departure from traditional academic techniques and their pursuit of capturing fleeting moments and subjective experiences.