Who painted The Midnight Mass?

The Midnight Mass was painted by Félix-Hilaire Buhot in 1887.

Where can I see The Midnight Mass?

The Midnight Mass is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is The Midnight Mass?

The Midnight Mass is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

The Midnight Mass

Félix-Hilaire Buhot , 1887

The Midnight Mass is a print by the Impressionist artist Félix-Hilaire Buhot. It dates from 1887 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Midnight Mass is a print by Félix Hilaire Buhot, created in 1887. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a nighttime scene of a crowd gathered before a church, dressed in antiquated attire, with some carrying candles or lanterns. A gallows is visible in the background, with birds flying overhead, suggesting a somber or ominous atmosphere.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of rough edges around the paper gives the impression of a spontaneous or unfinished work. The crowd is rendered in a state of quiet activity, conveying a sense of anticipation.