La Ventouse
1695
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1695
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
La Ventouse is a 1695 by Cornelis Dusart, a Baroque work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
In this painting, a woman sits in a chair, her legs raised and crossed. She wears a dress with a low neckline and a belt around her waist. A man stands behind her, holding a tool in his hand. Another man kneels beside her, his hands on her legs. The scene is set in a room with a fireplace and various objects scattered around. The woman appears to be in a state of discomfort or pain, while the two men seem to be engaged in some kind of activity. The atmosphere is tense and dramatic, with strong contrasts of light and shadow. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's attention to the central figures.
