A Painter

Ernest Meissonier

Cleveland Museum of Art

The painting "A Painter" by Ernest Meissonier depicts a man sitting on a wooden chair with a curved back, wearing a long dark coat. He sits facing left, focused on a canvas on an easel to his left. The man holds a paintbrush in his right hand. The canvas on the easel shows a painting of a reclining nude figure. To the right of the easel is a stool with a multicolored seat. The floor appears to be made of stone or concrete. Behind the painter is a table covered with a green cloth and various objects, including papers and what looks like a bust on a nearby cabinet. The walls are adorned with items such as a heart-shaped object and a framed painting. The room is dimly lit, suggesting a studio setting.