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Cabaret scene in Sevilla, by Constantin Meunier, oil, 1878

Cabaret scene in Sevilla

Constantin Meunier

1878

oil

canvas

From the collection of Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium

Dominant colour

Overview

Cabaret scene in Sevilla is a 1878 oil by Constantin Meunier, held at Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium.

Who painted this?
Constantin Meunier
When & what style?
1878
Where can I see it?
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium

About this work

In this painting, a woman in a white dress stands on a stage, dancing with her arms raised. The room is dimly lit, with a warm glow emanating from the right side. Several people are seated around tables, watching the performance. The atmosphere is lively, with the dancer's movements conveying a sense of energy and joy. The onlookers seem engrossed in the scene, their faces tilted upwards towards the stage. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, a technique that emphasizes contrasts between light and dark, explore the works of Constantin Meunier.

About the artist

Portrait of Constantin Meunier
Artist

Constantin Meunier

Constantin Meunier (French pronunciation: ; 12 April 1831 – 4 April 1905) was a Belgian painter and sculptor.

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