Who painted Flower Study?

Flower Study was painted by Harry Fenn in 1886.

Where can I see Flower Study?

Flower Study is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Flower Study?

Flower Study is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Flower Study?

Museum-quality prints of Flower Study are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Flower Study

Harry Fenn , 1886

Flower Study is a print by the Impressionist artist Harry Fenn. It dates from 1886 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1928.124
Credit line: Gift of Rossiter Howard

About this work

Overview

Flower Study is a black-and-white print created by Harry Fenn in 1886. It is a detailed illustration of a thistle plant, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing texture and form.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a thistle plant with a tall, spiky stem, sharp leaves, and a closed bud at the top. The focus on the plant's prickly texture suggests an interest in its natural, rugged characteristics.

Technique & Style

Fenn's use of deliberate lines and contrast between light and dark creates a striking representation of the thistle's thorns. The monochromatic color scheme emphasizes the plant's texture and form.

History & Provenance

Harry Fenn, an English-born American illustrator and landscape painter, was a prominent figure in American illustration from 1870 to around 1895. The print is part of the collection at the Cleveland Museum of Art.