Rope-yards (Les corderies)

Alphonse Legros

Associated Names
Alphonse Legros

Artist, French, 1837 - 1911

The image shows a landscape from a slightly elevated perspective, capturing a wide expanse of terrain. The horizon line is low in the composition, where the land meets the sky. A line of trees is silhouetted across the horizon. The artist uses intricate line work, creating movement with flowing, curvilinear strokes. The sky features long, wavy lines stretching diagonally upward, adding a dynamic visual texture. The color palette is monochromatic, with shades of brown and tan tones, giving the scene a sepia-like appearance. Closest to us are shapes resembling large thatched roofs or structures, while beyond, lighter lines portray indistinct landforms and sparse foliage. The scene conveys movement through sweeping lines, suggesting rustling wind.

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Bibliography

1923

  • A Catalogue of the Etchings, Drypoints and Lithographs by Professor Alphonse Legros (1837-1911) In the Collection of Frank E. Bliss. Preface by Campbell Dodgson. London: Privately printed, 1923.

Wikidata ID

Q65214488

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