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Dinner Service (Rousseau service): Ducks, fish, etc. (no. 12)

Dinner Service (Rousseau service): Ducks, fish, etc. (no. 12), by Félix Bracquemond, 1866
Dinner Service (Rousseau service): Ducks, fish, etc. (no. 12), by Félix Bracquemond, 1866

Dinner Service (Rousseau service): Ducks, fish, etc. (no. 12) is a print by the Impressionist artist Félix Bracquemond. It dates from 1866 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Dinner Service (Rousseau service): Ducks, fish, etc.

About this work

Overview

Dinner Service (Rousseau service): Ducks, fish, etc. (no. 12) is a print by Félix Bracquemond, created in 1866. It is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a diverse array of birds and fish set against a plain background. The animals vary in size and level of detail, with some birds featuring intricate feathering.

Technique & Style

Bold black lines define the forms of the birds and fish, creating a sense of texture, particularly in the birds' feathers. The composition is densely populated without feeling crowded, showcasing the artist's skill in balancing multiple elements.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Félix Bracquemond

Artist

Félix Bracquemond

Félix Henri Bracquemond (French pronunciation: ; 22 May 1833 – 29 October 1914) was a French painter, etcher, and printmaker.

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