Artwork
The Sibyl
The Sibyl is a print by the Impressionist artist Francis Scott King. It dates from 1887 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1924.936
- Credit line
- Gift of Mrs. Homer H. Johnson
About this work
Overview
The Sibyl is a print created by Francis Scott King in 1887, currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a reclining woman lost in thought, with a simple dress and loose hair. A cup and half-open book beside her suggest a contemplative atmosphere.
Technique & Style
The artist employed shading to convey the interplay of light and shadow, lending the figure a three-dimensional appearance and enhancing the serene ambiance.
Artist & collection
