Singers

Théodule Ribot’s “Singers” was painted between 1863 and 1868. It was created with oil on fabric. The painting is part of the Cleveland Museum of Art’s collection.

The painting depicts a dimly lit scene with figures engaged in singing. The dark background contrasts with the lighter tones used to depict the singers.

Ribot often explored themes of everyday life in his work. Details about the commission or initial reception of “Singers” are not documented.

Ribot was a French artist active during the 19th century. He is known for his genre scenes and still life paintings.

Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, Ohio, https://clevelandart.org/art/1977.127

https://oolf.net/open-art/ribot-singers-1863/