Artwork
Spring Street, September 1878
Spring Street, September 1878 is a print by the Impressionist artist Otto Henry Bacher. It dates from 1878 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Spring Street, September 1878 is an 1878 painting by Otto H. Bacher, an American artist known for his work in various mediums, including etchings, illustrations, and oils. This piece captures a serene urban scene.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a quiet, everyday streetscape featuring old buildings, a smoke-emitting chimney, a leaning tree with tangled branches, uneven pavement, and a lamppost near a small shed, conveying a sense of ordinary city life.
Technique & Style
Bacher employed quick, sketchy lines to emphasize the play of light and shadows, prioritizing the capture of a moment over detailed rendering.
History & Provenance
The work is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
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.
