Édouard Manet Seated, Right Profile 1863 - 1873

Edgar Degas's "Édouard Manet Seated, Right Profile" is a delicate pencil drawing depicting the prominent French painter Édouard Manet. The artwork was created between 1863 and 1873, highlighting Degas's keen interest in capturing the essence of his fellow artist. This intimate portrait, showcased at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, reveals Degas's masterful use of line and shadow, creating a sense of depth and volume within the simple yet expressive sketch. The drawing exemplifies Degas's artistic evolution, transitioning from his early academic works to his characteristic style of portraying subjects in candid, everyday poses.