Dans un Parc

1869

Maxime Lalanne

Associated Names
Maxime Lalanne

Artist, French, 1827 - 1886

The image shows an ancient archway partially hidden by a dense grove of trees. Tall trees with one large central tree and outspread branches dominate the scene. The horizon is obscured by the thick foliage. The technique appears to be etching, evident in the intricate lines depicting the trees and archway. The color scheme is monochromatic in varying shades of black and sepia. Near the bottom, there is a shadowy patch on the ground, possibly indicating reflective water. The archway is surrounded by trees, conveying a secluded atmosphere. In the background, the sky is illustrated with light, fine lines, enhancing the scene's contrast and ethereal feel.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Dimensions

    plate: 26.2 x 19 cm (10 5/16 x 7 1/2 in.)
    sheet: 48 x 31 cm (18 7/8 x 12 3/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2010.131.2

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Villet 2010, no. 58, state iv/vii

  • Series Title

    12 Croquis à l'Eau-forte par Maxine Lalanne (Paris, 1869)

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Paul Prouté S.A., Paris); purchased 2010 by NGA.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1885

  • Beraldi, Henri. Les graveurs du XIXe siecle, guide de l'amateur d'estampes modernes. 12 vols. Paris, 1885-1892: Henri. Les graveurs du XIXe siecle, guide de l'amateur d'estampes modernes. 12 vols. Paris: Librairie L. Conquet, 1885-1892: no. 60.

2010

  • Villet, Jeffrey Michael. The Complete Prints of Maxime Lalanne: a catalogue raisonné, lithographs and etchings. Washington, DC: 2010, no. 58, state iv/vii.

Inscriptions

by later hand, lower right in graphite: Lalanne (Maxime) / Dans un parc / Eau forte originale / Epreuve avant la lettre / et la monogramme; by later hand, lower left in graphite: B60 C51 i/iii

Wikidata ID

Q76557376

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