Who painted Lustheim?

Lustheim was painted by Otto H. Bacher in 1887.

Where can I see Lustheim?

Lustheim is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Lustheim?

Lustheim is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Lustheim

Otto H. Bacher , 1887

Lustheim is a drawing by the Impressionist artist Otto H. Bacher. It dates from 1887 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1921.233
Credit line: Gift of Mrs. Arthur F. Weaver in memory of Charles H. Weaver

About this work

Overview

Lustheim is a drawing created by Otto H. Bacher in 1887. Characterized by loose, quick pencil strokes, the work depicts a serene riverside scene. The piece is part of the Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing shows a solitary figure seated on a bench by a river, with a bridge and row of buildings in the background. The subject's tranquility and the setting's everyday nature suggest an emphasis on capturing a quiet moment.

Technique & Style

Executed in soft, fuzzy pencil strokes, the drawing exhibits a spontaneous, rough-draft quality. Accompanying handwritten notes, scribbled in haste, imply the work may have been a preliminary sketch for a larger project.

History & Provenance

Created in 1887 by American artist Otto H. Bacher, who worked in various mediums, Lustheim is now held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art, the city of the artist's birth.

Context

The sketch's loose style bears resemblance to Impressionist tendencies, though its direct connection to the movement is not explicitly defined by the work's characteristics or the artist's known affiliations.

Landscape Near Aix-en-Provence, Paul Cézanne

Artist & collection

Artist

Otto H. 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.