Who painted Study for "Landscape with Figure and Houses"?

Study for "Landscape with Figure and Houses" was painted by Claude-Emile Schuffenecker in 1891.

Where can I see Study for "Landscape with Figure and Houses"?

Study for "Landscape with Figure and Houses" is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Study for "Landscape with Figure and Houses"?

Study for "Landscape with Figure and Houses" is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Study for "Landscape with Figure and Houses"?

Museum-quality prints of Study for "Landscape with Figure and Houses" are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Study for "Landscape with Figure and Houses"

Claude-Emile Schuffenecker , 1891

Study for "Landscape with Figure and Houses" is a drawing by the Impressionist artist Claude-Emile Schuffenecker. It dates from 1891 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. This drawing is a preparatory study for a larger pastel work, 'Landscape with Figure and Houses', also held by the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 2016.269
Credit line: Alma and Robert D. Milne Fund

About this work

Overview

This drawing is a preparatory study for a larger pastel work, 'Landscape with Figure and Houses', also held by the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The scene depicts a landscape with a figure by a fence, lichen-covered rocks, and a distant cottage, showcasing the artist's exploration of compositional balance.

Technique & Style

Flecks of color and streaks in the background foliage and sky create a shimmering effect, anticipating the finished pastel's visual qualities.

History & Provenance

The drawing is part of the Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, serving as a precursor to the museum's finished pastel work.