Artwork

Chioggia

Chioggia, by Otto Henry Bacher, 1880
Chioggia, by Otto Henry Bacher, 1880

Chioggia is a print by the Impressionist artist Otto Henry Bacher. It dates from 1880 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Chioggia is a print created by Otto H. Bacher in 1880. The work is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a narrow street beside water, with a solitary figure near a wall. The scene is characterized by simple buildings, choppy water, and trees lining the street. The title Chioggia suggests the location is Chioggia, a town in Italy.

Technique & Style

Bacher employed loose, sketchy lines to capture the play of light and shadow, conveying a sense of everyday life. His approach is marked by quick, expressive strokes that evoke the immediacy of the scene.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Otto Henry Bacher

Artist

Otto Henry Bacher

Otto Henry Bacher (May 31, 1856, Cleveland - August 16, 1909, Bronxville, New York) was an American artist; primarily known for his etchings and illustrations. He also painted oils in a variety of genres.

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