A Woodland River with a Fisherman

Adolphe Appian

Associated Names
Adolphe Appian

Artist, French, 1818 - 1898

The image depicts a woodland scene with a calm stream or river. The perspective is from slightly above water level, with the surface of the water mirroring the surrounding trees. The horizon is hidden by the dense forest in the distance. A solitary figure stands in the forest. The trees are detailed with robust, curving trunks and branches extending outward, casting shadowy patterns. The brushstrokes emphasize texture and depth, with light and shadow creating complexity. The color palette is sepia-toned, lending the image a warm and timeless quality.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    charcoal, chalk, and brushed washes with scratching out on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Dimensions

    overall: 40.2 x 65.2 cm (15 13/16 x 25 11/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1989.16.1


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in charcoal: Appian; by later hand, lower right verso in graphite: (undeciphered)

Wikidata ID

Q64533386

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