Artwork

Lustheim

Lustheim, by Otto Henry Bacher, 1879
Lustheim, by Otto Henry Bacher, 1879

Lustheim is a print by the Impressionist artist Otto Henry Bacher. It dates from 1879 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Lustheim is a print created by Otto H. Bacher in 1879. It depicts a serene riverside scene.

Subject & Meaning

The scene features a small house with a thatched roof, a porch with two figures, and a chimney emitting smoke. A duck is shown in the water, and trees are visible in the background. The date 'June 28 '79' is inscribed, suggesting a summer scene.

Technique & Style

The artist employed loose, sketchy lines to convey light and shadow, combining quick brushstrokes with detailed textures, such as the bridge's surface.

History & Provenance

Otto H. Bacher, born in Cleveland in 1856, was a versatile artist who worked in multiple mediums, including etching, illustration, and oil painting. Lustheim is part of the Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

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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