View of a Farm, 2nd plate (La ferme de Bienheureux)

Alphonse Legros

Associated Names
Alphonse Legros

Artist, French, 1837 - 1911

The image depicts a lush natural scene with detailed foliage and trees. The horizon is high in the image, with more trees blending into the sky. The artist uses fine lines for texture and depth, utilizing a cross-hatching technique. The color palette is monochromatic, with varying shades of black and white for contrast and shadow. Darkly shaded areas are closest, possibly indicating a forest undergrowth or shaded terrain. A structure with a steeply-pitched roof is seen amidst trees, suggesting a secluded dwelling nestled in nature. The background shows softer shading hinting at landscape continuity.

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Artwork history & notes

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

Q65214492

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