Who painted But It Is the Heart that Beats Too Fast?

But It Is the Heart that Beats Too Fast was painted by Maurice Denis in 1899.

Where can I see But It Is the Heart that Beats Too Fast?

But It Is the Heart that Beats Too Fast is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is But It Is the Heart that Beats Too Fast?

But It Is the Heart that Beats Too Fast is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

But It Is the Heart that Beats Too Fast

Maurice Denis , 1899

But It Is the Heart that Beats Too Fast is a print by the Impressionist artist Maurice Denis. It dates from 1899 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 2021.170.13
Credit line: Purchase from the Jane B. Tripp Charitable Lead Annuity Trust and partial gift of Stephen Dull

About this work

Overview

This print, 'But It Is the Heart that Beats Too Fast', is a work by Maurice Denis, a member of the Nabis group, a collective of artists formed in 1889. It is part of a series exploring the artist's devotion to his wife, Marthe.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a woman, likely Marthe, sitting in a dimly lit room with her face turned away. The title, drawn from Denis's journal, suggests the image is a reflection of personal feelings and emotions.

Technique & Style

The image is characterized by soft light and vague forms, creating a contemplative atmosphere. The use of subtle, nuanced tones and a focus on capturing a private moment are hallmarks of Denis's style in this work.