Olympia (large plate) - Édouard Manet
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Description
An etching after Édouard Manet's scandalous painting, "Olympia", this print captures the essence of the original composition in monochrome, inviting close inspection of the artist's marks and subtle gradations of tone.
Édouard Manet's "Olympia (large plate)" is an etching after his controversial 1863 painting. The print captures the essence of the original composition, depicting a reclining nude woman attended by a Black servant. Manet's "Olympia" challenged academic traditions and notions of female representation. The etching translates the painting's stark realism into a monochrome palette, using line and shadow to define form and texture. The woman's direct gaze and the servant's presence contribute to the work's confrontational nature. The etching technique allows for a different kind of intimacy, inviting close inspection of the artist's marks and the subtle gradations of tone. This print offers a more accessible way to engage with Manet's revolutionary vision, bringing his exploration of modernity and representation into a new medium. The composition retains its power to provoke discussion about art, society, and the gaze.
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Because every print is made to order, we don't offer change-of-mind returns, refunds or exchanges. If your order arrives faulty, damaged or incorrect, we'll replace it free of charge — just contact us within 48 hours of delivery. EU customers have a 14-day cooling-off right. See our refunds page for full details.
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We ship worldwide, printing at the production hub nearest to your delivery address. Delivery times and costs vary by destination — you'll see the options available to you at checkout.
Manufacturing
Each print is produced to order using 12-colour giclée printing on FSC-certified archival paper. Designed in Britain and printed at your nearest production hub to reduce waste and speed up delivery.
Olympia (large plate) - Édouard Manet
Our Features
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Specific Features
Every Solis piece is made to order with archival, gallery-quality materials built to last.
- Museum-grade giclée printing for rich, fade-resistant colour
- Archival matte fine-art paper, FSC-certified
- Choose poster, framed print, canvas or framed canvas
- Frames in black, natural wood, dark wood or white
- Framed prints arrive ready to hang
Care & Cleaning
To keep your artwork looking its best:
- Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth
- Avoid prolonged direct sunlight
- Never use liquid cleaners on the print or canvas surface
- Keep in a dry, room-temperature space
- Handle prints with clean, dry hands
Materials & Sizing
Museum-grade giclée on FSC-certified archival matte paper, with framed and canvas options.
- Paper sizes: A4, A3, A2, A1, A0 and B2 (50×70 cm)
- Canvas: XS (20×30 cm) to Large (60×90 cm)
- Frames: black, natural wood, dark wood or white
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Artist Biography
Édouard Manet
Manet's genius lay in his ability to capture modern life with unflinching honesty. He abandoned traditional academic painting styles, favouring loose brushstrokes, bold colours, and flattened perspectives. Works like 'The Spanish Singer' and 'Boating' showcase his vibrant energy, while 'The Dead Toreador' exemplifies his dramatic flair. Manet sought to depict the world as he saw it, rejecting sentimental idealisation in favour of capturing the fleeting moments of contemporary existence.
Today, Édouard Manet's art continues to captivate with its rebellious spirit and timeless elegance. His innovative approach paved the way for future generations of artists, and his paintings offer a window into the vibrant world of 19th-century Paris. Owning a Manet print is not just acquiring a beautiful image; it's possessing a piece of art history, a testament to the power of artistic vision.
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