Artwork
Near Étoile, Provence
Near Étoile, Provence is a drawing by the Impressionist artist Muirhead Bone. It dates from 1922 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1938.59
About this work
Overview
Near Étoile, Provence is a drawing created by Muirhead Bone in 1922. It is a landscape scene depicting a rural area.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing shows rolling hills and trees in the distance, with a field and scattered trees in the foreground. The muted color palette, dominated by greens and browns, conveys a sense of serenity.
Technique & Style
Loose and expressive brushstrokes give the drawing a sense of movement and energy. While Bone is known for detailed architectural works, this drawing showcases a more spontaneous style.
History & Provenance
The drawing is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection. Bone, a Scottish artist, was prominent in the Etching Revival movement before the collectors' market declined after 1929.
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Artist
Sir Muirhead Bone (23 March 1876 – 21 October 1953) was a Scottish etcher and watercolourist who became known for his depiction of industrial and architectural subjects and his work as a war artist in both the First and Second World Wars.
