The Fifer (or Young Flautist), a famous 1866 oil painting by the French realist and modernist master Édouard Manet.
An anonymous teenage musician from the Imperial Guard regimental band.Artistic Legacy Manet painted this piece after a trip to Spain, drawing heavy inspiration from the localized background techniques used by Diego Velázquez. The stark contrast, flat areas of color, and completely minimized depth challenge traditional academic styles, bridging the gap between Realism and Impressionism.
Oil in canvas. 161 x 97 cm
Postcard size: 10.5 cm x 15 cm