Along the Thames (Sur la Tamise)

Alphonse Legros

Associated Names
Alphonse Legros

Artist, French, 1837 - 1911

This sketch shows a side view of a man on a boat on calm water. The horizon is not clearly defined, with distant shorelines and soft hills indicating depth. The brushstrokes are delicate and mostly fine, linear etchings of varying density to imply texture and shading. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of gray to show details. The simple lines and lack of color highlight the peaceful atmosphere. The water is calm with subtle reflections, and there are trees and foliage sketched in the background.

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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

Q65214265

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