Putana a Casa
Walter Sickert
key Notes:
Psychological tension, domestic intimacy.
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Dimensions:
36 x 48 1/4 in. (91.4 x 122.6 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Intermediate
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story of the work:
"Putana a Casa," painted by Walter Sickert in 1905, depicts a scene inspired by the Italian opera "La Bohème," reflecting Sickert's interest in the intersection of art and performance. The work is notable for its exploration of urban life and the human condition, characteristic of Sickert's broader oeuvre, which often engaged with themes of modernity and the complexities of social interactions.
Description of the work:
"Putana a Casa," painted by Walter Sickert in 1905, depicts a domestic interior characterized by muted color palettes and a focus on the interplay of light and shadow. The composition features a seated female figure, rendered with loose brushwork, set against a backdrop of everyday objects that evoke a sense of intimacy and realism.
Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum
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