Artwork
Cartoon for The Opinion of the Model

Cartoon for The Opinion of the Model is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Charles Bargue. It dates from 1844 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 2009.142
- Credit line
- Bequest of Muriel Butkin
About this work
Overview
Cartoon for The Opinion of the Model is a drawing created by Charles Bargue around 1844. It is a preparatory work, likely for a lithographic project.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts two figures in a dimly lit room, with one standing and wearing a long coat, and the other kneeling on the floor. The scene is characterized by uneven lighting and rough surroundings.
Technique & Style
The sketch is executed in a loose, unfinished style, with visible lines and red marks indicating the artist's process. Bargue's focus on drawing and printmaking techniques is evident in the work.
History & Provenance
Charles Bargue was a French painter and lithographer active in mid-19th century Paris, known for developing an influential drawing course. The work reflects his expertise in drawing and printmaking.
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Artist
Charles Bargue (Paris, c. 1825 - Paris, 1883) was a French painter and lithographer noted for devising an influential drawing course.



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