The Spanish Singer 1861 - 1862

This etching, *The Spanish Singer*, is a work by the French painter Édouard Manet. Created in 1861-1862, it depicts a man seated on a bench with a guitar in his lap. The figure's pose and the stark, simple lines used to represent the subject are indicative of Manet's unique style. His approach to depicting reality challenged the traditional artistic conventions of the time. The print is currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.