Artwork
Among the Old Poets
Among the Old Poets is a print by the Impressionist artist John Parker Davis. It dates from 1887 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1924.944
- Credit line
- Gift of Mrs. Homer H. Johnson
About this work
Overview
Among the Old Poets is a print created by John Parker Davis in 1887, currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts a gathering of elderly poets engaged in discussion, their attire and literary works conveying a sense of historical depth.
Technique & Style
The artist's attention to detail in the poets' clothing and books is notable, and the style may be related to sfumato, a technique that creates a soft, hazy effect by layering thin glazes of paint.
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