A Bar at the Folies-Bergere (1882). Artist: Edouard Manet (1832-1883). A Bar at the Folies-Bergère is a vintage impressionist fine art portrait painting featuring a woman bartender about to pour some drinks for a party. Bottles of champagne, a vase with a rose and a bowl of fruit complete this classic bar scene in the Folies Bergère nightclub in Paris, France. It was painted and exhibited at the Paris Salon in 1882 and was the last major work by Manet. Great image for a New Year's Eve party, or any special occasion or event!

About the artist:
Édouard Manet was a French painter and one of the first nineteenth century artists to approach modern-life subjects. Manet was a pivotal figure in the transition from Realism to Impressionism.
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