Study For The Bagpipe Lesson (1892)

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Henry Ossawa Tanner's "Study For The Bagpipe Lesson" beautifully captures the tranquil essence of a bright, idyllic day spent outdoors. In this evocative study, the artist presents an intriguing preliminary glimpse for what promises to be a more detailed composition, as evidenced by the title. The focal point of the painting is a young boy seen from behind, sitting amidst lush greenery. His attention, suggested to be on the bagpipe cradled in his arms, hints at a moment of learning or practice.The background features dense, leafy foliage painted with broad, expressive strokes, effectively conveying the vibrancy and movement of nature. Light filters through the trees in patches, illuminating parts of the scene and creating a play of light and shadow that enhances the feeling of depth and space. This juxtaposition invites viewers to appreciate both the quietude of the moment and the young musician’s developing connection with his instrument.With this study, Tanner not only explores the intimate relationship between a student and his music but also immerses us in the atmospheric beauty of his surroundings, leaving viewers to anticipate the harmony of both elements in the completed work.

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Henry Ossawa Tanner (June 21, 1859 – May 25, 1937) was an American artist who spent much of his career in France. He became the first African-American painter to gain international acclaim. Tanner moved to Paris, France, in 1891 to study at the Académie Julian and gained acclaim in French artistic circles. His painting Daniel in the Lions' Den (1895, location unknown) was accepted into the 1896 Salon, the official art exhibition of the Académie des Beaux-Arts in Paris. Tanner's Resurrection of Lazarus (1896, Musée d'Orsay, Paris) was purchased by the French government after winning the third-place medal at the 1897 Salon. In 1923, the French government elected Tanner chevalier of the Legion of Honor.