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Paris:  The Concierge, by Ernest Haskell, 1910

Paris: The Concierge

Ernest Haskell

1910

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

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Overview

Paris: The Concierge 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

The painting depicts a concierge in a Parisian interior, likely from the early 20th century. The concierge is shown in a doorway, dressed in a long coat and hat, with a broom in hand. The room is dimly lit, with only a sliver of light peeking through the doorway. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and atmosphere in the painting. The contrast between light and dark adds to the overall mood of the piece. This painting is reminiscent of the works of Ernest Haskell, an American artist known for his depictions of everyday life.

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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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