Who painted Parisian Service (Haviland service): The Fight (no. 2)?

Parisian Service (Haviland service): The Fight (no. 2) was painted by Félix Bracquemond in 1875.

Where can I see Parisian Service (Haviland service): The Fight (no. 2)?

Parisian Service (Haviland service): The Fight (no. 2) is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Parisian Service (Haviland service): The Fight (no. 2)?

Parisian Service (Haviland service): The Fight (no. 2) is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Parisian Service (Haviland service): The Fight (no. 2)?

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Artwork

Parisian Service (Haviland service): The Fight (no. 2)

Félix Bracquemond , 1875

Parisian Service (Haviland service): The Fight (no. 2) is a print by the Impressionist artist Félix Bracquemond. It dates from 1875 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Parisian Service (Haviland service): The Fight (no.

Accession no.: 1922.412.2
Credit line: Dudley P. Allen Fund

About this work

Overview

Parisian Service (Haviland service): The Fight (no. 2) is a drawing by Félix Bracquemond, dated to 1875, currently part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts six birds in dynamic flight, with some clustered and others dispersing, set against a minimalist rendering of ground-level flora. The emphasis is on capturing movement rather than detailed realism.

Technique & Style

Characterized by quick, loose lines, the work prioritizes conveying motion over precise depiction, aligning with artistic tendencies of the late 19th century that valued dynamism and spontaneity.

History & Provenance

Created in 1875 by Félix Bracquemond, the piece is now held in the collection of The Cleveland Museum of Art.

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Artist & collection

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.