Woman with a gold pin 1879

"Woman with a Gold Pin" is an oil painting by French artist Édouard Manet, completed in 1879. The painting depicts a woman, likely a member of the Parisian upper class, wearing a dark dress and a hat with a gold pin. It is characterized by Manet’s signature style, using loose brushstrokes and capturing the fleeting moments of everyday life. This intimate portrait exemplifies Manet's transition from Realism to Impressionism, showcasing his skillful use of light and shadow, and capturing the subject's subtle expressions with a sense of candidness.