Artwork
The Raven
The Raven 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.
- 2005.234
- Credit line
- Gift of John Bonebrake
About this work
Overview
The Raven is a black-and-white drawing by Félix Bracquemond, executed in 1854, now part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a raven perched on a windowsill, facing the viewer, with intricate feather details. Surrounding elements include a rope on a hook, flying birds near a balcony, and a French sign below with cryptic, playful text whose exact meaning remains unclear.
Technique & Style
The work features sharp lines to detail the raven's feathers against a textured brick wall, contrasting the bird's dark form with the more nuanced environment.
History & Provenance
Created in 1854 by Félix Bracquemond, the piece is currently held in the collection of The Cleveland Museum of Art.
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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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