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Parisian Service (Haviland service): Fog (no. 1)

Parisian Service (Haviland service): Fog (no. 1), by Félix Bracquemond, 1875
Parisian Service (Haviland service): Fog (no. 1), by Félix Bracquemond, 1875

Parisian Service (Haviland service): Fog (no. 1) is a print by the Impressionist artist Félix Bracquemond. It dates from 1875 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Parisian Service (Haviland service): Fog (no.

About this work

Overview

Parisian Service (Haviland service): Fog (no. 1) is a print by Félix Bracquemond, dating to 1875, currently part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The work depicts a serene winter scene featuring bare branches and three birds, with two perched on the right and one in flight near the top, emphasizing simplicity and movement.

Technique & Style

Characterized by loose, sketchy lines and subtle shading to suggest texture, the piece prioritizes capturing light and everyday moments over detailed rendering.

Context

This style aligns with the broader artistic movement of Impressionism, which focused on light, everyday life, and capturing fleeting moments.

History & Provenance

Created in 1875 by Félix Bracquemond, the print is now held in the collection of The Cleveland Museum of Art.

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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