![]() ![]() The nude woman was named Victorine Meurent (1844-1927) and the servant Laure. It depicts a nude reclining woman who is accompanied by a servant who appears to be bringing her flowers. Olympia is arguably one of the best-known paintings by Manet. The painting was well received at the Salon and launched Manet’s career. The elements in the bottom right corner resemble those depicted in some of the Spanish artist’s early phase in Seville. This painting clearly shows the influence of one of Manet’s idols during this period, Diego Velázquez (1599-1660). It was the first painting to be accepted at the Paris Salon of 1861 along with a painting depicting the artist’s parents. The Spanish Singer was one of the earliest paintings by Édouard Manet and depicts a Spanish singer who is playing the guitar.
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