John OpieVerenigd Koninkrijk, 1761–1807Street Singer and Child
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Waar is „Street Singer and Child” nu? Collectie: Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland. Nu niet te zien. Gecontroleerd 29 september 2026.
Cleveland, Verenigde Staten
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John Opie's working-class roots made him sympathetic to the plight of the laborer. This painting demonstrates his interest in an honest portrayal of British street life, a sympathy rarely seen in the work of other British artists of his generation, who often presented lower classes more coldly. Much of Britain's population at this time was poor, but beggars and street vendors had a particularly low status. Street singers were often sellers of goods. By focusing the composition tightly on the woman and not including any wares, Opie makes the viewer recognize her humanity; moreover, he emphasizes the connection between mother and child. The singer is working to feed her baby, evoking sympathy from the viewer.
Cleveland Museum of Art
Gegevens
- Inventarisnummer
- 1916.1030
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- Cleveland Museum of Art
- Afbeelding: Cleveland Museum of Art — Museum open access
