Artwork
Little Calais Pier, 1865, 3 A.M.
Little Calais Pier, 1865, 3 A.M. is a print by the Impressionist artist Francis Seymour Haden. It dates from 1865 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Little Calais Pier, 1865, 3 A.
About this work
Overview
Little Calais Pier, 1865, 3 A.M. is a print by Francis Seymour Haden, dated to 1865, part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
Depicting a nocturnal cityscape, the print focuses on a pier extending into the water, with a distant skyline featuring various buildings and towers, evoking a serene and static moment.
Technique & Style
Haden employs chiaroscuro to create depth and contrast, juxtaposing the dark shadows of the pier and cityscape against the lighter, cloudy sky.
History & Provenance
Created in 1865, the work's provenance is documented through its current holding at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
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