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Moslems at Prayer

P. Pavesi

1900

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Impressionism Realism Early Modern

Dominant colour

Moslems at Prayer is a 1900 by P. Pavesi, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: P. Pavesi
When & what style?: 1900 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a group of men in a bright, patterned room. Some stand, some kneel, and one man sits on the floor. The walls have red-and-white arches and gold accents, while a colorful rug lies on the ground. A wooden cabinet with a dome sits in the background, and the light makes the scene feel warm. The artist focused on everyday life, not grand scenes. The colors pop—reds, golds, and blues—while the people’s clothes and the room’s details are very clear. Want to see more? Check out The Cleveland Museum of Art.