Who painted Designs for a Hand Mirror?

Designs for a Hand Mirror was painted by Félix Bracquemond in 1901.

Where can I see Designs for a Hand Mirror?

Designs for a Hand Mirror is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

Can I buy a print of Designs for a Hand Mirror?

Museum-quality prints of Designs for a Hand Mirror are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Designs for a Hand Mirror

Félix Bracquemond , 1901

Designs for a Hand Mirror is a drawing by Félix Bracquemond. It dates from 1901 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 2009.11
Credit line: Dudley P. Allen Fund

About this work

Overview

Designs for a Hand Mirror, circa 1901, is a drawing by Félix Bracquemond, currently part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a design for a hand mirror with an oval frame, adorned with a intricate floral pattern, conveying the aesthetic principles of its time.

Technique & Style

Bracquemond employed a range of colors and techniques to achieve depth and texture, characterized by flowing lines and organic shapes, hallmarking Art Nouveau influence.

History & Provenance

Created around 1901, the work's history prior to its acquisition by The Cleveland Museum of Art is not detailed here.

Context

Reflecting early 20th-century design tastes, the piece embodies the Art Nouveau movement's emphasis on natural forms and decorative elegance.

Legacy

As a Bracquemond work, it contributes to the understanding of Art Nouveau design evolution, though its specific impact or exhibition history is not highlighted.

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Artist

Félix Bracquemond

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.