Man Squaring Logs (Homme qui fend des bûches)

1877/1887

Alphonse Legros

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Alphonse Legros

Artist, French, 1837 - 1911

The image shows a landscape from a slightly elevated point of view. In the foreground, a man is bending over working on a log. His figure is depicted with detailed cross-hatching. Beyond him, a few felled logs are scattered. The background consists of a dense thicket of trees. The trees are depicted with vigorous, textured strokes that convey depth and density. The color palette is monochromatic, with rich, dark shades of black and gray. The artwork showcases intricate cross-hatching, creating a dynamic texture and emphasizing the interplay of light and shadow.

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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, no. 301

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