Who painted And It is the Caress of their Hands?

And It is the Caress of their Hands was painted by Maurice Denis in 1898.

Where can I see And It is the Caress of their Hands?

And It is the Caress of their Hands is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is And It is the Caress of their Hands?

And It is the Caress of their Hands is associated with Impressionism.

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Artwork

And It is the Caress of their Hands

Maurice Denis , 1898

And It is the Caress of their Hands is a print by the Impressionist artist Maurice Denis. It dates from 1898 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1941.477
Credit line: Mr. and Mrs. Lewis B. Williams Collection

About this work

Overview

And It is the Caress of their Hands is a 1898 print by Maurice Denis, a French artist associated with the Symbolist movement and Les Nabis.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts two figures on a bench, their bodies soft and indistinct. One figure holds a fan or paper, while the other rests their arm on the backrest, conveying a sense of intimacy.

Technique & Style

The work features loose, sketch-like brushstrokes and a dreamy, hazy quality, with a palette of pale whites, greens, and pinks. This style emphasizes mood over detail, creating a soft, blurred effect.

History & Provenance

The print is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.