An Idyll
1905
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1905
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
An Idyll is a 1905 by Charles Hasslewood Shannon, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This sketch shows three figures huddled together under a rocky overhang. The person on the left is standing, leaning over two others who are curled up on the ground. Jagged lines fill the background, suggesting rough cliffs or stormy skies. The whole scene is drawn in quick, rough strokes with mostly black and white tones. The artist left out fine details, focusing instead on the shapes and movements of the bodies. This makes the scene feel urgent and raw. Check out the technique: chiaroscuro to see how light and shadow create drama.
Charles Hasslewood Shannon (1863–1937) was a British artist.
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