Who painted The Peacock Feather?

The Peacock Feather was painted by Clarence H. White in 1902.

Where can I see The Peacock Feather?

The Peacock Feather is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is The Peacock Feather?

The Peacock Feather is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

The Peacock Feather

Clarence H. White , 1902

The Peacock Feather is a photography by the Impressionist artist Clarence H. White. It dates from 1902 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1980.145
Credit line: Gift of John Flory, Elizabeth Flory Kelly, and Phoebe Flory

About this work

Overview

The Peacock Feather is a photograph by Clarence H. White, created around 1902. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts a woman seated on a dark bench, holding a peacock feather and resting her chin on her hand. The scene is quiet and contemplative, with the subject's face and the feather highlighted against a dimly lit background.

Technique & Style

The photograph employs chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark to draw attention to specific elements. Here, it emphasizes the feather and the woman's face, creating a sense of intimacy and stillness.