Who painted Man with Walking Stick?

Man with Walking Stick was painted by Mortimer Menpes in 1909.

Where can I see Man with Walking Stick?

Man with Walking Stick is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

Artwork

Man with Walking Stick

Mortimer Menpes , 1909

Man with Walking Stick is a print by Mortimer Menpes. It dates from 1909 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

The man's face is rendered in detail, with a serious expression that adds to the overall mood of the piece.

This painting depicts a man standing with a walking stick in his right hand, leaning on it for support. He is dressed in a long coat and has a bag slung over his shoulder. The man's attire and posture suggest that he may be a traveler or someone who has been on a journey.

The artist has used a range of lines and shading to create a sense of texture and depth in the painting. The man's face is rendered in detail, with a serious expression that adds to the overall mood of the piece.

For more works by this artist, explore the paintings of Mortimer Menpes (British, 1860–1938).

Overview

Created around 1909, this print by Mortimer Menpes portrays a solitary figure holding a walking stick. The work is part of the collection at the Cleveland Museum of Art, where it is displayed among other early‑twentieth‑century prints.

Subject & Meaning

The central figure is a man in a long coat, his right hand gripping a walking stick for support, a bag draped over his shoulder. His posture and attire suggest a traveler or someone returning from a journey, and his composed, serious expression conveys a quiet introspection.

Technique & Style

Menpes employs a network of fine lines and graduated shading to model the figure’s features and clothing, creating a sense of texture and depth on the paper. The careful rendering of the face contrasts with broader strokes that define the coat and background, highlighting the artist’s skill in balancing detail with overall composition.

History & Provenance

The print was produced in the early 1900s, a period when Menpes was active in both painting and printmaking. It entered the Cleveland Museum of Art’s holdings through acquisition in the mid‑20th century, joining a broader representation of British printmaking in the museum’s European collection.