Near the Mill (Pres du moulin)

Alphonse Legros

Associated Names
Alphonse Legros

Artist, French, 1837 - 1911

The image shows a landscape with a tree-lined body of water. Trees dominate the middle of the composition, leading the eye to a more open landscape in the distance. The trees have a dynamic texture created by fluid lines. The etching technique is used to show light and shadow, giving depth to the scene. The color palette is monochromatic, using black and gray to define form and space, creating a tranquil atmosphere. A figure is seen fishing, adding to the sense of peace and solitude. The background fades into the distance, with details becoming less distinct.

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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

Q65067603

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