Who painted The Three Names?

The Three Names was painted by Charles Samuel Keene in 1869.

Where can I see The Three Names?

The Three Names is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is The Three Names?

The Three Names is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of The Three Names?

Museum-quality prints of The Three Names are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

The Three Names

Charles Samuel Keene , 1869

The Three Names is a print by the Impressionist artist Charles Samuel Keene. It dates from 1869 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1924.415
Credit line: Dudley P. Allen Fund

About this work

Three men sit side by side on a simple bench, their backs to us. One holds a hat, another grips a walking stick. The third rests his hands in his lap.

This is a quiet scene from 1869 England, drawn with a sharp pencil. Keene made it look effortless, but the lines feel alive.

Look up Charles Samuel Keene (British, 1823–1891).

Overview

The Three Names is a print by Charles Samuel Keene, created in 1869. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts three men seated on a simple bench with their backs to the viewer. Each figure is distinguished by a unique pose: one holds a hat, another grasps a walking stick, and the third has his hands in his lap.

Technique & Style

Rendered with a sharp pencil, the drawing conveys a sense of quiet, everyday life in 1869 England. The lines are expressive and suggest a high level of skill, despite appearing effortless.