1888
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Sweepers is a 1888 ink by Théophile Alexandre Steinlen, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
In the painting, a group of people are shown walking in the same direction. They are dressed in long coats and hats, and some are carrying brooms. The scene is depicted in a sketchy style, with bold lines and minimal shading. The people in the painting appear to be sweepers, as indicated by the brooms they are carrying. The artist has used a range of techniques to create texture and depth in the image, including cross-hatching and the use of different colors. The painting is a great example of the Impressionism and Realism movements, which focused on capturing everyday life and scenes in a realistic and detailed way. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you could check out the Impressionism movement.
Théophile Alexandre Steinlen (November 10, 1859 – December 13, 1923), was a Swiss-born French Art Nouveau painter and printmaker. He was politically engaged and collaborated with the anarchist and socialist press.
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