Ruins of an Ancient Aqueduct (Ruine d'un ancien aqueduc)

Alphonse Legros

Associated Names
Alphonse Legros

Artist, French, 1837 - 1911

The image shows a forested area with dense, dark trees. A bright opening in the foliage reveals a view of the horizon. The trees and possibly rocks or structures form an archway framing the distant horizon. The artwork is created using detailed hatching for texture and depth, typical of etching. The color palette consists of monochromatic tones of deep blacks, browns, and varying shades of gray, contrasting with the lighter area beyond the archway.

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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

Q65214560

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