Street Singer and Child

John Opie’s ‘Street Singer and Child’ captures an intimate moment on canvas. The painting, created in the 1700s, is part of the Cleveland Museum of Art’s collection.

The painting is executed in oil on canvas. It reflects English culture in the 18th century, though Opie never specifically focused on this theme.

Opie was known for painting prominent figures of his time, yet this work focuses on ordinary people, a street singer and a child.

Opie trained as a painter from a young age and gained recognition for his portraits. His works were exhibited in London throughout his career.

Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, Ohio, https://clevelandart.org/art/1916.1030