Who painted A Princely Idyl, Clara Ward?

A Princely Idyl, Clara Ward was painted by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec in 1894.

Where can I see A Princely Idyl, Clara Ward?

A Princely Idyl, Clara Ward is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is A Princely Idyl, Clara Ward?

A Princely Idyl, Clara Ward is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

A Princely Idyl, Clara Ward

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec , 1894

A Princely Idyl, Clara Ward is a print by the Impressionist artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. It dates from 1894 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1926.293
Credit line: Gift of Mrs. Ralph King

About this work

Overview

A Princely Idyl, Clara Ward is a 1894 print by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, capturing a moment in the life of American heiress Clara Ward.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts Clara Ward in a white dress, possibly dancing or gesturing, while a man in dark attire observes her. The scene is set against a dark, indistinct background with hints of other figures, suggesting a lively, potentially dramatic atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Toulouse-Lautrec employed chiaroscuro, using strong contrasts between light and dark, to create depth and emphasize the dynamic interaction between the figures.

Artist & collection

Artist

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

Comte Henri Marie Raymond de Toulouse-Lautrec-Montfa (24 November 1864 – 9 September 1901), known as Toulouse-Lautrec (French: ), was a French painter, printmaker, draughtsman, caricaturist, and illustrator.