Landscape: Near Chailleux (Paysage: Pres Chailleux)

Alphonse Legros

Associated Names
Alphonse Legros

Artist, French, 1837 - 1911

The image shows a densely wooded scene with a path cutting through the trees. The horizon is not visible, obscured by thick tree trunks and lush foliage dominating the scene. The artwork uses intricate cross-hatchings and fine lines to create light and shadow, giving texture to the trees and shrubbery. The color palette is monochrome, rendered in black and white to emphasize contrasts and details. Dense vegetation fills the space close to the viewer, with lighter areas possibly indicating a path continuing through the forest. In the background, intertwining branches create a complex, layered canopy.

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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

Q65214548

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