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Dinner Service (Rousseau service): Ducks, fish, etc. (no. 12)
Dinner Service (Rousseau service): Ducks, fish, etc. (no. 12) is a print by the Impressionist artist Félix Bracquemond. It dates from 1866 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Dinner Service (Rousseau service): Ducks, fish, etc.
- Accession no.
- 1922.402
- Credit line
- Dudley P. Allen Fund
About this work
Overview
Dinner Service (Rousseau service): Ducks, fish, etc. (no. 12) is a print by Félix Bracquemond, created in 1866. It is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a diverse array of birds and fish set against a plain background. The animals vary in size and level of detail, with some birds featuring intricate feathering.
Technique & Style
Bold black lines define the forms of the birds and fish, creating a sense of texture, particularly in the birds' feathers. The composition is densely populated without feeling crowded, showcasing the artist's skill in balancing multiple elements.
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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.
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