Abandoned Village (Le village abondonne)

Alphonse Legros

Associated Names
Alphonse Legros

Artist, French, 1837 - 1911

The image showcases a pastoral landscape with a river or stream in the foreground. The vista extends into the distance with a horizon lined by foliage and old structures. The etching technique uses fine lines to depict textures and depth, detailing the overgrown banks and rooftops. The color palette is monochromatic, emphasizing light and shadow. The water shows gentle ripples reflecting the scene, with aged buildings partially concealed by vegetation. The scene transitions to a light sky in the distance, emphasizing perspective.

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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

Q65067906

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