Who painted Embers Glow: Lotus Pattern Frame?

Embers Glow: Lotus Pattern Frame was painted by Theodore Roussel in 1894.

Where can I see Embers Glow: Lotus Pattern Frame?

Embers Glow: Lotus Pattern Frame is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Embers Glow: Lotus Pattern Frame?

Embers Glow: Lotus Pattern Frame is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Embers Glow: Lotus Pattern Frame

Theodore Roussel , 1894

Embers Glow: Lotus Pattern Frame is a print by the Impressionist artist Theodore Roussel. It dates from 1894 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 2013.86.1.b
Credit line: Gift of The Print Club of Cleveland

About this work

Overview

Embers Glow: Lotus Pattern Frame is a 1894 print by Theodore Roussel, a French-born artist active in England. It exemplifies his work in graphic art, which often combined naturalistic and decorative elements.

Subject & Meaning

The print features a repeating pattern of lotus flowers with green leaves and buds, arranged in a border-like formation. The lotus motif is presented in a stylized manner, with simple, bright colors and no shading to suggest depth.

Technique & Style

The image consists of two red-pink panels framed in white, with a flat, two-dimensional representation of the lotus pattern. The use of simple colors and lack of shading emphasizes the decorative aspect of the design.