Artwork
Three Figures
Three Figures is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Théophile Alexandre Steinlen. It dates from 1904 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Three Figures is a drawing by Théophile Alexandre Steinlen, created around 1904, and is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts four women in a quiet, introspective scene. Three seated women are engaged in needlework, while a fourth stands apart, her back turned. The women's downward gazes and absorbed activities convey a sense of calm, private moments.
Technique & Style
Steinlen's use of subdued colors and soft rendering creates a contemplative atmosphere. The women's clothing and surroundings blend together, with attention to detail in their garments and activities adding depth to the scene.
Artist & collection
Artist
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.
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