Ink and gouache on paper (laid on a later sheet), late 19th century, bears signature at lower center, matted and framed under glass, retaining a label for the framer A. Jacquet of 76, Rue Blanche, Paris to the verso (active circa 1893-1900).

Image (sheet) 9.75 x 7.25 in.; SS 9.5 x 7 in.; DOA 19.25 x 16.25 in.

Estate of the late Millicent G. Diehl, Sanford, North Carolina

Édouard Manet first exhibited The Old Musician at Galerie Martinet in Paris in 1863. It was exhibited another eight times between 1863 and 1912, with showings in Paris, London, Dublin, the Hague, and Saint Petersburg. The painting is currently on exhibit at the National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.

Light toning to sheet, laid to sheet with unknown adhesive.

$800 - 1,200