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Paris:  Frying Potatoes, by Ernest Haskell, 1910

Paris: Frying Potatoes

Ernest Haskell

1910

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Paris: Frying Potatoes is a 1910 by Ernest Haskell, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Ernest Haskell
When & what style?
1910
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a cozy interior scene. A person is frying potatoes in a large pot over an open flame. The room is dimly lit, with soft light coming from the fire. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. In the background, there are some objects that suggest a domestic setting. The overall mood of the painting is one of comfort and simplicity. If you're interested in learning more about this style of interior painting, you might want to explore the work of other artists who have used chiaroscuro to create a sense of warmth and intimacy.

About the artist

Portrait of Ernest Haskell
Artist

Ernest Haskell

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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