Artwork
Etchings of Venice: Ponte del Pistor, Venice
Etchings of Venice: Ponte del Pistor, Venice is a print by the Impressionist artist Otto H. Bacher. It dates from 1880 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1920.18.3
- Credit line
- Gift of Charles W. Bingham
About this work
Overview
Etchings of Venice: Ponte del Pistor, Venice is a print created by American artist Otto H. Bacher in 1880. It is one of a series of etchings depicting scenes of Venice.
Subject & Meaning
The etching shows a tranquil Venetian cityscape, featuring a bridge with a lamp and a docked boat in the foreground, set against a backdrop of buildings and a hazy gray sky.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by a range of grays that create depth and atmosphere. Bacher's use of light and shadow adds texture and dimension, while his application of chiaroscuro creates a sense of volume and space.
History & Provenance
Bacher, born in Cleveland in 1856, was a versatile artist who worked in multiple media. The etching is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
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.
