The Races (Les courses)

Édouard Manet, 1865

The image displays a busy scene from an elevated viewpoint. A wide avenue is filled with figures and carriages. In the background, there are trees and a spire-like structure. Brushstrokes are dynamic, capturing movement and energy. The color palette is monochromatic, focusing on shades of grey and black. Figures and horses are sketched with swirling lines, creating a sense of activity.
Artist
Édouard Manet
Date
1865
Type
Print
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
37.2 × 52.1 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image displays a busy scene from an elevated viewpoint. A wide avenue is filled with figures and carriages. In the background, there are trees and a spire-like structure. Brushstrokes are dynamic, capturing movement and energy. The color palette is monochromatic, focusing on shades of grey and black. Figures and horses are sketched with swirling lines, creating a sense of activity.

Édouard Manet