1878
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
Small Head with Mob Cap is a 1878 by Otto Henry Bacher, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This sketch shows a woman’s head turned slightly to the side. She wears a simple white cap and a dark collar, with loose curls framing her face. The lines are soft and sketchy, like a quick study rather than a finished drawing. The image feels unfinished, almost like a practice piece. The focus is on her expression and the way the light might fall on her face. Next, check out Realism to see how artists used simple, everyday scenes to tell stories.
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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