Artwork

Embers Glow: Lotus Pattern Frame

Embers Glow: Lotus Pattern Frame, by Théodore Roussel, 1894
Embers Glow: Lotus Pattern Frame, by Théodore Roussel, 1894

Embers Glow: Lotus Pattern Frame is a print by the Impressionist artist Théodore Roussel. It dates from 1894 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Embers Glow: Lotus Pattern Frame is a 1894 print by Theodore Roussel, a French-born artist active in England. It exemplifies his work in graphic art, which often combined naturalistic and decorative elements.

Subject & Meaning

The print features a repeating pattern of lotus flowers with green leaves and buds, arranged in a border-like formation. The lotus motif is presented in a stylized manner, with simple, bright colors and no shading to suggest depth.

Technique & Style

The image consists of two red-pink panels framed in white, with a flat, two-dimensional representation of the lotus pattern. The use of simple colors and lack of shading emphasizes the decorative aspect of the design.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Théodore Roussel

Artist

Théodore Roussel

Theodore Casimir Roussel (1847–1926) was a French-born English painter and graphic artist, best known for his landscapes and genre scenes.

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