The artwork titled “Baccarat – the Fur Cape,” created by artist Walter Sickert in 1920, embodies the characteristics of the Impressionism movement and can be categorized under the genre of genre painting.
The artwork depicts a scene within an indoor setting, most likely a casino, where the focal point is a figure sitting in a chair draped in a luxurious fur cape and adorned with a large, elaborate hat. The back of the seated figure is to the viewer, focusing attention on the rich textures and colors of the cape and hat. Around them, other figures engage in conversation and activities, adding to the social ambiance captured in the piece. The use of color and loose brushstrokes characteristic of Impressionism is evident, with a focus on capturing the light and atmosphere of the scene rather than intricate detail.
