Street in Tangier (1912) by Henry Ossawa Tanner

Street in Tangier - Henry Ossawa Tanner - 1912

Artwork Information

TitleStreet in Tangier
ArtistHenry Ossawa Tanner
Date1912
Art MovementImpressionism

About Street in Tangier

The artwork named “Street in Tangier” was created by the artist Henry Ossawa Tanner in the year 1912. It belongs to the impressionism art movement and is categorized as a genre painting, capturing everyday scenes from life.

The artwork depicts a serene street in Tangier, illuminated by ethereal light that enhances the Impressionist style’s play on color and light. The architecture is characterized by arches and textured walls, painted in varying shades of blue and purple, evoking a tranquil and mystical atmosphere. Figures are seen strolling through the street, their forms rendered with loose, fluid brushstrokes indicative of the Impressionist technique. The use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and space, drawing the viewer into the intimate and exotic setting Tanner so masterfully portrays.

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