Supper of the Poor (Le souper chez misere)

Alphonse Legros

Associated Names
Alphonse Legros

Artist, French, 1837 - 1911

The image shows four people sitting around a table. They are seated closely together, with their upper bodies visible. The people have distinctive facial features, and one has a beard. The group is illuminated by a central light source, possibly a candle on the table, casting shadows on their faces and hands. They are wearing simple, casual clothing with no visible accessories. One person is wearing a hat. The table is sparsely laid out with a few items. In the background, there is a wall and an object resembling a cluster of lights hanging above. The drawing style adds to the scene's atmosphere.

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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

Q65067977

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