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What Shall I Say?, by Clarence H. White, 1896

What Shall I Say?

Clarence H. White

1896

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

What Shall I Say? is a 1896 by Clarence H. White, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Clarence H. White
When & what style?
1896 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

A woman sits in a dimly lit room, playing a small upright piano. She wears a loose, light-colored dress with a striped underskirt, her feet bare. The piano lid is open, and her hands rest on the keys. Behind her, a dark cabinet holds a vase with flowers and a mirror. The walls are plain, with a small framed picture hanging near the ceiling. The painting looks soft and slightly blurred, like it was done quickly. The lighting focuses on her face and hands, leaving the room’s edges darker. Want to see more? Check out The Cleveland Museum of Art.

About the artist

Portrait of Clarence H. White
Artist

Clarence H. White

Clarence Hudson White was an American photographer, teacher and a founding member of the Photo-Secession movement.

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