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Untitled

Untitled, by Skeen & Co., 1884
Untitled, by Skeen & Co., 1884

Untitled is a photography by the Impressionist artist Skeen & Co.. It dates from 1884 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

The man in the center stands tall, wearing a jacket and turban, while the women and children around him sit in traditional clothing.

This black-and-white photo shows a family of six sitting outdoors. The man in the center stands tall, wearing a jacket and turban, while the women and children around him sit in traditional clothing. The background is blurry trees, and the group is posed stiffly, with the women holding their hands together.

The photo looks like it was taken in the 1880s, a time when formal family portraits were common. The clothing and poses suggest a mix of cultural traditions.

Next, check out the work of Skeen & Co. (British, active 1860–1920).

Overview

Untitled is a black-and-white photograph created by Skeen & Co. around 1884, currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The photograph depicts a family of six outdoors, with a man standing centrally and women and children seated around him, all dressed in traditional attire, conveying a blend of cultural influences.

Technique & Style

The image features a stiffly posed group against a blurred background of trees, characteristic of formal family portraits common during the 1880s.

History & Provenance

Skeen & Co., a British firm active from 1860 to 1920, produced this work, reflecting the company's involvement in photography during the late 19th century.

Artist & collection

Artist

Skeen & Co.

Skeen & Co (1860–1920) was a British artist.

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