Catching a Tune
1867
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
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William Sidney Mount
William Sidney Mount (November 26, 1807 – November 19, 1868) was a 19th-century American genre painter.
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From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Catching a Tune is a 1867 by William Sidney Mount, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This sketch shows five people in a cozy indoor setting. Two men sit on a bench, one playing a violin while the other listens closely. Behind them, two more men stand, one wearing a hat and looking toward the musicians. A woman sits beside the violinist, watching the performance. The drawing is loose and quick, with rough lines and shading that suggest movement and life. The title *Catching a Tune* hints this scene is about music and everyday moments. The sketch feels like a snapshot of real life, not a polished portrait. Next, look up William Sidney Mount to see how his other works capture similar scenes.
William Sidney Mount (November 26, 1807 – November 19, 1868) was a 19th-century American genre painter.
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