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Etchings of Venice: Net Makers, by Otto Henry Bacher, 1881

Etchings of Venice: Net Makers

Otto Henry Bacher

1881

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Etchings of Venice: Net Makers is a 1881 by Otto Henry Bacher, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Otto Henry Bacher
When & what style?
1881 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a dimly lit room with two people in the foreground, one standing and the other sitting. The standing person is holding a long, thin object that appears to be a tool for making nets. In the background, there's a large archway that leads to another room, where more people are gathered. The room is filled with shadows, which creates a sense of depth and atmosphere. The artist has used chiaroscuro to create strong contrasts between light and dark, which adds to the overall mood of the painting. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you might want to look up Otto H. Bacher.

About the artist

Portrait of Otto Henry Bacher
Artist

Otto Henry Bacher

Otto Henry Bacher (May 31, 1856, Cleveland - August 16, 1909, Bronxville, New York) was an American artist; primarily known for his etchings and illustrations. He also painted oils in a variety of genres.

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