Who painted Interior Scene with Soldiers at a Table?

Interior Scene with Soldiers at a Table was painted by Charles Parrocel in 1735.

Where can I see Interior Scene with Soldiers at a Table?

Interior Scene with Soldiers at a Table is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Interior Scene with Soldiers at a Table?

Interior Scene with Soldiers at a Table is associated with Baroque.

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Artwork

Interior Scene with Soldiers at a Table

Charles Parrocel , 1735

Interior Scene with Soldiers at a Table is a drawing by the Baroque artist Charles Parrocel. It dates from 1735 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 2008.370
Credit line: Bequest of Muriel Butkin

About this work

Overview

Interior Scene with Soldiers at a Table is a drawing by Charles Parrocel, created around 1735. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a crowded interior scene with figures gathered around a table, some seated and others standing, while soldiers with swords and hats are visible in the background near a tent-like structure.

Technique & Style

Executed in a loose and rapid manner, the drawing features light pencil strokes and darker shading, with many figures rendered as rough outlines, conveying a sense of immediacy and movement.

Context

This work is associated with the Baroque style, characterized by dramatic and dynamic compositions.