Artwork
Ponte del Pistor, Venice
Ponte del Pistor, Venice 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
Ponte del Pistor, Venice is an oil painting by American artist Otto H. Bacher, created in 1880. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a Venetian canal scene, featuring a small arched bridge, a partially beached boat, and closely packed buildings with a tall tower.
Technique & Style
Bacher's use of rough, scratchy brushstrokes conveys texture and a sense of spontaneity, capturing the play of light on water and the roughness of the bridge's stones.
History & Provenance
Otto H. Bacher, born in Cleveland in 1856, was known for his etchings and illustrations, as well as his oil paintings, often depicting European scenes.
Artist & collection
Artist
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.
