Artwork
On the Fortifications at Saint-Ouen
On the Fortifications at Saint-Ouen is a print by Auguste Brouet. It dates from 1922 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1999.293
- Credit line
- Gift of Carole W. and Charles B. Rosenblatt
About this work
Overview
On the Fortifications at Saint-Ouen, a 1922 print by Auguste Brouet, depicts a construction scene at Saint-Ouen, showcasing laborers at work on fortifications. The Cleveland Museum of Art holds the piece.
Subject & Meaning
The print focuses on the physical labor of men constructing fortifications, highlighting their activities against a backdrop of architectural elements, such as a stone wall and gate, with distant buildings.
Technique & Style
Brouet employed bold, expressive brushstrokes and a varied color palette, contrasting earthy tones of the fortifications with blues and grays of the sky, conveying a sense of dynamic energy.
History & Provenance
Created in 1922, the work is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, though specific acquisition details are not provided here.
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