Marsh (Les marais)

Alphonse Legros

Associated Names
Alphonse Legros

Artist, French, 1837 - 1911

The image shows a landscape with a serene expanse of land and water from an elevated point of view. The horizon is situated in the upper third of the composition, with sparse vegetation along its length. Close to us, there are clusters of bushes and shrubs, and a calm body of water reflects their forms. The style features delicate, soft etchings and gentle lines that suggest a light breeze rustling through the foliage. The color palette is minimal, with light and dark shades of sepia or gray, creating a tranquil, monochromatic effect.

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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

Q65067467

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