1910
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Paris: Café Artist is a 1910 by Ernest Haskell, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
The painting depicts a dimly lit café scene, with a man sitting at a table, wearing a hat and coat. The atmosphere is quiet and intimate, with soft lighting that casts shadows on the walls and furniture. In the background, there are other patrons and a bar with bottles and glasses. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure. The overall mood is one of relaxation and contemplation, inviting the viewer to step into the cozy atmosphere of the café. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up the technique.
Ernest Haskell was an American artist and illustrator, internationally famous in his lifetime and remembered for his etchings, as well as engravings, pen-and-ink drawings, lithographs and watercolors.
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