Artwork
Charles Ricketts
Charles Ricketts is a print by the Impressionist artist Charles Hasslewood Shannon. It dates from 1894 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Charles Hasslewood Shannon’s 1894 print titled "Charles Ricketts" is part of the Cleveland Museum of Art’s collection. The work presents a solitary figure seated at a desk, captured in a moment of quiet introspection.
Subject & Meaning
The central figure, a man in a white shirt and dark trousers, leans forward with his head resting on his folded arms. The pose, coupled with the subdued lighting, evokes a sense of contemplation, suggesting the sitter is either absorbed in thought or momentarily at rest.
Technique & Style
Shannon employs a pronounced chiaroscuro, contrasting the illuminated face and hands against a deep, shadowed background. This interplay of light and dark enhances the three‑dimensionality of the figure and contributes to an intimate, atmospheric mood.
History & Provenance
Created in 1894, the print eventually entered the holdings of the Cleveland Museum of Art, where it remains on display as part of the museum’s print and drawing department.
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