Artwork
In the Ashes
In the Ashes is a print by the Impressionist artist Albert Besnard. It dates from 1887 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1922.284
- Credit line
- Gift of The Print Club of Cleveland
About this work
Overview
In the Ashes is a print created by Albert Besnard in 1887, currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a seated figure in a dimly lit room, with a cat at their feet. The subject's face is highlighted from below, drawing attention to their expression.
Technique & Style
Strong contrasts between light and dark create a sense of quiet intensity, emphasizing the figure's face and hands through the use of chiaroscuro, a technique that exploits the visual tension between light and shadow.
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Artist & collection
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