Artwork
Charles Meryon
Charles Meryon is a print by the Impressionist artist Félix Bracquemond. It dates from 1854 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1954.953
- Credit line
- The Milton Curtiss Rose Collection in memory of Evelyn Curtiss Rose
About this work
Overview
This print, titled 'Charles Meryon', is a work by Félix Bracquemond, created in 1854. It is currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print is a portrait of Charles Meryon, depicted in a three-quarter view with his head turned to the right. The detailed rendering conveys a sense of quiet contemplation, capturing the subtleties of Meryon's features.
Technique & Style
The portrait is executed in a realistic style, characterized by visible lines and shading that create depth and texture. Bracquemond's attention to detail is evident in the precise rendering of Meryon's facial features.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Félix Henri Bracquemond was a French painter, etcher, and printmaker. He played a key role in the revival of printmaking, encouraging artists such as Édouard Manet, Edgar Degas and Camille Pissarro to use this technique.
