We cherish and feel a profound sense of nostalgia for the friendships cultivated during our elementary, middle and high school days, along with the memories linked to our hometown alma mater. This sentiment often outweighs the significance we attribute to our participation in alumni association gatherings of universities or even prestigious institutions abroad that we attended.
The tale of the enduring friendship between the French painters Edouard Manet and Claude Monet exemplifies their deep bond. Beyond their shared passion for art, their relationship was marked by mutual admiration and support. This remarkable friendship blossomed in 19th-century France, where the two luminaries of the Impressionist movement, found inspiration within each other's work. Manet's innovative expression techniques, juxtaposing light and dark, resonated deeply with Monet. Even after Manet's passing, Monet's unwavering gratitude was evident as he championed the preservation of his friend's legacy.
When Manet's pivotal nude painting "Olympia," faced the prospect of leaving France, Monet........