Who painted In the Street (Dans la Rue)?

In the Street (Dans la Rue) was painted by Théophile Alexandre Steinlen in 1911.

Where can I see In the Street (Dans la Rue)?

In the Street (Dans la Rue) is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

Artwork

In the Street (Dans la Rue)

Théophile Alexandre Steinlen , 1911

In the Street (Dans la Rue) is a print by Théophile Alexandre Steinlen. It dates from 1911 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Théophile Alexandre Steinlen's 1911 print, In the Street (Dans la Rue), depicts a nocturnal scene of a woman walking a dog down a street, distinguished by its stark contrast between the subject's clarity and the blurred, dark background.

Subject & Meaning

The central figure, a woman in a long coat and hat, is the sole point of clarity, conveying a sense of individuality amidst the obscure urban environment. Her lively posture, despite a shadowed face, suggests a dynamic presence.

Technique & Style

Steinlen employed quick, rough lines to capture movement and evoke mood, leveraging chiaroscuro to create dramatic contrast between light and dark, thereby emphasizing the woman's figure against the indistinct night scene.

History & Provenance

Created in 1911, the print is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Artist & collection

Artist

Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Théophile Alexandre Steinlen (November 10, 1859 – December 13, 1923), was a Swiss-born French Art Nouveau painter and printmaker. He was politically engaged and collaborated with the anarchist and socialist press.