Artwork
Seagulls (Les Mouettes)
Seagulls (Les Mouettes) is a print by the Impressionist artist Félix Bracquemond. It dates from 1882 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Seagulls (Les Mouettes) is a print by Félix Bracquemond, created around 1882.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts a flock of seagulls in flight above a body of water, set against a cloudy blue sky. The birds, predominantly white with darker accents, are dispersed across the sky, conveying a sense of dynamic movement.
Technique & Style
Characterized by soft rendering and muted tones, the print achieves a dreamy atmosphere. The artist's depiction of the seagulls captures their fluid motion, suggesting imminent flight.
History & Provenance
The print is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Félix Henri Bracquemond (French pronunciation: ; 22 May 1833 – 29 October 1914) was a French painter, etcher, and printmaker.
